Company Description Inkspired Metalprint, the forward-integration venture of Zarhak Steels, is a state-of-the-art 7,500 sq. m. metal printing and coating facility in Taloja MIDC, Maharashtra. Equipped with India’s first KBA MetalStar 4 six-colour UV-LED printing press and a KBA MC470 coating line, the facility offers a one-stop, end-to-end solution for tinplate processing—from precision cut-to-length sheets to high-quality printing and coating, all under one roof. With advanced technology, automation and stringent quality control, Inkspired Metalprint delivers exceptional precision, consistency and efficiency, setting new benchmarks in metal printing and coating in India.

Role Description The CTP Operator is a full-time, on-site role based in Taloja MIDC ,Navi Mumbai responsible for managing and operating Computer-to-Plate (CTP) equipment used in printing and plate-making processes. Day-to-day tasks include preparing and loading plates, setting up and calibrating CTP machines, monitoring exposure and imaging quality, and performing routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance. The role involves checking input files for technical accuracy, coordinating with design and production teams to resolve pre-press issues, and ensuring alignment with quality, safety, and production timelines. The CTP Operator is expected to document work performed, maintain records of plate output and machine status, and proactively identify and report any malfunctions or process improvements.

Qualifications

- Robust proficiency in Adobe Illustrator,



CorelDRAW and Adobe Photoshop.
- Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Acrobat (preflighting).
- Experience with RIP / workflow software such as Esko, Kodak Prinergy, Heidelberg Prinect or similar (preferred).
- Familiarity with ArtiosCAD or other die-line/structural design tools (added advantage).
- Knowledge of colour management, ICC profiles, Pantone systems and colour separation.
- Understanding of trapping, overprint, varnish/lacquer layers and dot gain.
- Knowledge of printing processes (offset or related), materials used for plates, and relevant safety and handling procedures.
- Attention to detail for inspecting plates, identifying defects, and ensuring alignment with quality standards and production specifications.
- Basic computer literacy and familiarity with graphics or pre-press software (e.g., Adobe Acrobat, pre-press utilities) is an advantage.
- Hands-on experience with CTP machines and plate processing.
- Solid understanding of offset printing and pre-press processes, ideally on metal (tinplate/aluminium) or other packaging substrates.
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with design, production, and quality teams, and to document work accurately.
- Ability to work on-site in Navi Mumbai, follow established procedures, and meet production deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience in a steel packaging or industrial printing setup is preferred;

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 CTP Operator (Panvel)
🏢 Inkspired Metalprint
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