General Assistant at Novus Holdings Ltd

Job Description    

• The Novus Print division has a proud legacy, which includes the highest level of manufacturing excellence, first mover in new technology and solutions-orientated offerings. The team is exceptionally strong and is seasoned in standardisation and optimisation of processes, able to adapt quickly to change and most importantly solid in its culture and values.
• Novus Print: Montague Gardens is seeking to appoint a competent individual with knowledge and experience within an FMCG printing environment to take on the role of General Assistant within the Bindery department.  The successful incumbents will report to the Shift Leader.

Key Duties and Responsibilities    

• Assisting the journeyman in the Bindery in setting up of Bindery machines
• Performing change overs and make-ready
• Feeding of Binding machines
• Gathering and packing of printed material
• Maintaining safe occupational health and safety standards
• Ad-hoc tasks include general housekeeping and assistance with

Educational Requirements    

• Grade 12 or equivalent

Experience Requirements    

• 1-2 years’ experience in a FMCG bindery environment advantageous
• Folding & Guillotine skills advantageous
• Valid Forklift License advantageous

Skills and Competencies    

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must have technical aptitude and interest in the Printing Industry
• Show initiative to improve the work environment
• Safety consciousness
• Flexibility to work shifts and long hours
• Be physically fit for the working environment
• Computer literacy on this level would be an advantage
• Excellent time and attendance