About the Role
Sopex Hitech Services Limited is a recognized industry leader in Nigeria, renowned for supplying precision-engineered machinery to the dairy, pharmaceutical, food, beverage, cosmetic, and chemical sectors. We pride ourselves on delivering qualitative features and high efficiency across all our operations. We are currently looking for a skilled Technical Gravure Printing Operator to join our state-of-the-art production facility and maintain our high standards of manufacturing excellence.
Key Responsibilities- Operate and oversee the functioning of Automatic Rotogravure Printing Machines with deep technical proficiency.
- Review incoming job orders to determine exact specifications, including production time, color sequences, and required quantities, while briefing the printing team accordingly.
- Mount cylinders securely and make precise mechanical adjustments for optimal press performance.
- Manage ink fountains, take accurate measurements, and adjust settings to strictly control color matching and viscosity.
- Set up the printing press and rigorously check initial samples for proper ink coverage, alignment, and registration.
- Monitor active printing runs continuously to guarantee consistent quality, making real-time adjustments as necessary.
- Remove, clean, and properly store plates and cylinders at the conclusion of each press run.
- Proven hands-on experience operating Automatic Rotogravure Printing Machines in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Strong technical understanding of color sequences, ink viscosity control, cylinder mounting, and press registration.
- Ability to interpret complex job orders and communicate specifications effectively to production team members.
- High attention to detail with a strong commitment to maintaining product quality and workplace safety standards.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and printing issues swiftly.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and industry standards.
- Comprehensive health insurance and medical benefits for employees.
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuous technical skills development within a leading industrial firm.
- A collaborative, safety-focused, and dynamic working environment.