Location : Jhandewalan, New Delhi

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Overview We are looking for an experienced and reliable Press Operator to run and manage our printing machines on a daily basis. This role is responsible for the entire press operation — from job setup to final printed output — ensuring consistent quality, mínimal wastage, and on-time delivery of print runs. Key Responsibilities

Machine Operation & Setup

- Operate and monitor 2 printing machines (digital/offset) for daily book printing runs
- Set up print jobs including paper loading, ink/toner replenishment, plate setting, and alignment as per job specifications
- Manage job sequencing to ensure maximum machine utilisation across the day
- Adjust machine settings for different paper stocks, sizes, and print specifications

Quality Control

- Ensure accurate colour matching, registration, and print density across all runs
- Inspect printed sheets at regular intervals for defects — smudging, misalignment, colour variation, paper jams
- Reject and report defective output, maintain wastage logs

Maintenance

- Perform daily machine cleaning and routine preventive maintenance
- Troubleshoot minor technical issues during operations — paper jams, ink flow problems, alignment errors
- Escalate major breakdowns immediately and coordinate with service technicians




- Maintain machine maintenance logs

Production Coordination

- Coordinate with the Finishing Operator to ensure smooth handoff of printed materials
- Maintain daily production logs — jobs completed, paper used, wastage, machine downtime
- Ensure raw material availability (paper stock, ink/toner cartridges) and flag reorder needs in advance

Required Skills & Qualifications

- 2-4 years of hands-on experience operating digital or offset printing machines
- Knowledge of paper types, ink/toner systems, and print settings
- Basic understanding of colour theory and ability to match colour output to specifications
- Ability to read and follow job tickets and production schedules
- Good attention to detail and ability to spot print defects quickly
- Physically fit — role requires standing for extended hours and lifting paper reams
- Reliable attendance and punctuality

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in a book printing or publishing setting
- Knowledge of digital printing software/RIP software
- Experience with preventive maintenance schedules
- ITI or technical diploma in printing technology

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits :

- Paid sick time

Work Location: In person

📌 Machine Operator/labourer (Jhandewalan)
🏢 BookLeaf Publishing
📍 Jhandewalan