Chief Artisan Security Web-Fed Printing REF NO: GPW 24/01 at Government Printing Works

REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship and passed Trade Test in Rotary Web-Offset /Lithography / Continuous Stationery Machine Minding. Grade 12 will be an added advantage.
• At least 10 years post-apprenticeship experience in Lithography/ Rotary Web-Offset Continuous Stationery Machine Minding of which 5 years' must have been in operating multi-colour computerized web-fed machines.
• Concepta 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 Web-Fed Continuous Stationery Concepta printing press with specialized finishing processes such as the Sheeter, Folder, and numbering and Web delivery unit. 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 to 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.