The Government Printing Works (GPW) is a South African security printing specialist that deals with the printing of passports, visas, birth certificates, smart card identification documents and examination materials, as well as government stationery and publications, such as tender bulletins and government gazettes.
Based in Pretoria, Gauteng, the GPW boas...
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Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship and passed Trade Test in Lithography Machine Minding.
Grade 12 will be an added advantage. At least 10 years post-apprenticeship experience in Lithography Machine Minding of which 5 years' must have been in operating multi-color computerized web-fed machines. Komori printing press experience will be an added advantage .
3 years' proven supervisory experience.
Commitment to work shifts, Knowledge of Safety, Healthy, Environment and Quality (SHREQ) management requirements Act and other regulations and policies.
DUTIES :
Operate and oversee an automated multi-color Lithography printing press. Assist in managing and or supervision of the Security Special product printing team. Ensure Efficient and effective utilization of production equipment, make sure that daily production targets are met and provide daily production reports to management. Provide technical assistance on operational challenges and maintenance of the printing press. Oversee and monitor the training programmes of apprentices, Printers Assistant and Artisans.
Ensure that the equipment is kept in good condition and regularly maintained and ensure that quality assurance and control of the printed security product processes are adhered to in accordance with SOP and customer’s specifications. Plan, organize and allocate production resources in line with production schedule.
Make sure the working environment and housekeeping is in Comply with all OHSA safety regulations. Monitor and mitigate plant related safety risks.
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