Summary
Integrated Plastics Packaging is seeking an Assistant Printing Operator in Dubai. The role supports machine setup, changeovers and production runs, prepares printing materials, monitors print quality, and records routine checks. Candidates should have a high school or diploma qualification, with 1–3 years of flexible packaging printing experience preferred. Basic knowledge of rotogravure or flexographic printing and the ability to work shifts are requested.
The posting
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Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Printing Operator in machine setup, changeovers, and production runs.
- Prepare inks, solvents, cylinders, sleeves, and printing materials as per job specifications.
- Load and unload substrates such as BOPP, PET, PE, and other flexible packaging materials.
- Monitor machine performance and report any abnormalities to the Operator or Supervisor.
- Assist in maintaining print quality, color consistency, and registration throughout production.
- Conduct routine quality checks and record production data as required.
- Ensure proper cleaning of printing units, ink trays, cylinders, and related equipment.
- Support preventive maintenance activities and basic troubleshooting.
- Maintain housekeeping standards in the printing area following 5S practices.
- Follow company safety policies, GMP, and quality procedures.
- Assist in minimizing material wastage and production downtime.
- Handle raw materials and finished goods safely and efficiently.
Qualifications & Experience
- High School/Diploma or equivalent qualification.
- 1–3 years of experience in a flexible packaging printing environment preferred.
- Basic knowledge of rotogravure or flexographic printing processes.
- Familiarity with printing inks, solvents, and packaging substrates.
- Ability to work in shifts and under production targets.