- Operate and monitor online pipe printing systems (Inkjet/Laser/Hot Foil printers).
- Ensure correct printing of product specifications, batch numbers, size, pressure rating, IS codes, date, time, and customer-specific requirements.
- Verify print legibility, alignment, spacing, and permanence on pipes.
- Ensure continuous printing without interrupting extrusion line productivity.
Production Coordination
- Coordinate with Extrusion Operators and Shift Supervisors for changeovers.
- Ensure printing details are updated according to production schedules.
- Support smooth startup and shutdown activities of printing systems.
- Minimize production stoppages due to printer-related issues.
Quality Control
- Conduct regular checks for print quality and compliance with BIS/customer requirements.
- Ensure traceability information is correctly printed on all pipes.
- Raise NCRs for recurring print defects and initiate corrective actions.
- Maintain printing quality records and inspection reports.
Printer Maintenance
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of printers and print heads.
- Monitor ink levels, solvents, ribbons, cartridges, and spare parts.
- Troubleshoot printer faults and coordinate with maintenance teams for breakdown support.
- Maintain preventive maintenance schedules.
Consumables Management
- Control inventory of inks, solvents, ribbons, cleaning agents, and spare parts.
- Ensure uninterrupted availability of consumables.
- Reduce ink wastage and optimize consumable consumption.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain shift-wise printing logs and equipment records.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
- Support audits related to production traceability and product identification.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve print quality and reduce rejections.
- Implement cost-saving initiatives related to printing consumables.
- Participate in Kaizen, TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S activities.
Role Specific Competencies
- 3- 5 years relevant experience and diploma /B.Tech
- Industrial Inkjet Printer Operation
- Coding & Marking Systems
- PVC Pipe Manufacturing Process Knowledge
- Print Quality Inspection
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting of Printing Equipment
- Consumable Management
- MS Office & ERP Systems