Overview
Our client, a busy and growing printing company in Heidelberg West, is seeking an experienced Flexographic Print Press Operator to join their day shift team in an industrious and fast-paced environment.
About the Role:
You will be responsible for operating and maintaining printing presses to produce high-quality work. The ideal candidate will have flexographic printing experience, be physically fit, reliable, and ready to work hard in a hands-on role.
Responsibilities
Set up presses for production runs, including plate mounting, ink mixing, and material loading
Monitor press during runs to ensure colour consistency, registration, and quality
Perform changeovers efficiently to minimise downtime
Knowledge of different substrates and their handling requirements
Use of measurement tools (densitometers, micrometers, colour matching systems)
Adhere to safety and OHS procedures at all times
Follow company quality control standards
Complete production records and log sheets accurately
Ensure jobs are completed to client specifications and deadlines
Perform basic mechanical adjustments and preventative maintenance
Identify and resolve printing defects such as streaking, ghosting, or misregistration
Report major breakdowns or defects to maintenance team promptly
Ability to work in a noisy, fast-paced manufacturing environment
Standing for long periods and lifting up to 20–25kg as needed
Strong teamwork skills and communication with supervisors and co-workers
Flexibility to work overtime if production schedules require
Experience & Skills
Experience with flexographic printing (highly regarded)
Familiarity with Bobst and F&K; print presses (advantageous)
Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks
Reliable with a strong work ethic
Able to thrive in an industrious, team-focused environment
Competitive hourly rate based on experience
Application
If you're a skilled, reliable, and experienced printer looking for your next prospect, apply today. Apply now via seek.com
Application Questions
Your application will include the following questions:
How many years' experience do you have as a Press Operator?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years' experience do you have as a Printing Operator?
How many years' experience do you have in a quality control (QC) role?
Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S;/WHS?
#J-18808-Ljbffr