Fresh Jobs at Novus Holdings Ltd

Job Description    

• Novus Print Gauteng, a division of Novus Holdings, is currently seeking to appoint a Pre-Press Operator in our Hybrid (Heatset and Coldset) Pre-Press department, the position will be reporting to the Pre-Press Manager. The position requires a willingness to work shifts, public holidays, and the occasional overtime.

Key Duties and Responsibilities    

• Management of the digital workflow process of material received from clients.
• Effective communication and interaction with clients and with the relevant production departments.
• Ensure quality standards are adhered to, together with accurate record keeping.
• Perform troubleshooting and fault finding on Pre-press equipment and machinery.
• Adhere to all routine operator maintenance procedures on all Pre-press equipment and machinery.
• Delivery of quality plates on time and in full to the Press department.
• Ensure seamless workflow planning within the Pre-press department to ensure service delivery to internal and external clients.
• Ensure adherence to all quality assurance and safety standards.
• Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained.

Educational Requirements    

• Grade 12
• Must possess a relevant trade certificate

Experience Requirements    

• 5 years’ experience in a Pre-press environment and working knowledge of imposition software.

Skills and Competencies    

• Knowledge of artwork checks and processing, for the various print production.
• Experience with working in Acrobat and knowledge of some design software.
• Knowledge of Pre-press workflow processes, (Kodak Workshop, Preps Imposition and InSite software) or (Arkitex Client, Preps and Portal software). Knowledge of both will be to the applicant’s advantage.
• Knowledge of relevant Pre-press quality control measures and procedures.
• Knowledge of a plate processing line and plate chemistry.
• Strong analysing, technical and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be detail orientated whilst performing duties under extreme pressures.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and time management abilities
• Knowledge of MS Outlook, MS Word, and MS Excel.

Deadline:16th February,2026

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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 currently seeking to permanently appoint a competent individual with knowledge and experience in an FMCG printing environment to take on the role of an Adhesive Binding Operator in the Bindery deparment .The successful candidate will report to the Shift Leader : Bindery . 

Key Duties and Responsibilities    

• Set up, operate and adjust the Kolbus KM200 perfect binder.
• Perform spine preparation, gluing, cover application and trimming
• Monitor glue application and ensure consistent binding quality
• Meet specific job specifications and quality standards
• Ensure that quality control checklists are completed and kept up to date
• Monitor and ensure safety devices are functional at all times
• Setup machine and run job according to the work ticket
• Follow all relevant SOP’s and complete all checklists
• Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective production and distribution of goods
• Managing a team
• Maintain general health and safety standards in the production environment
• Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained

Educational Requirements    

• Grade 12
• Mechanised bookbinder or relevant trade certification 
• 3-5 Years Mechanised bookbinding experience

Experience Requirements    

• Proven experience operating a perfect binding/adhesive binding machine, preferably Kolbus equipment
• Knowledge of hot-melt adhesive systems and spine preparation
• Willingness to work shifts 

Skills and Competencies    

• Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Computer skills
• Ability to make decisions under pressure
• Technical aptitude
• Time management skills 
• Acute attention to detail

Deadline:8th February,2026