Job Description - Rotogravure Printing Assistant Operator

(Flexible Packaging Industry)

Job Title : Rotogravure Printing Assistant Operator Department : Production - Rotogravure Printing Reports To : Rotogravure Printing Machine Operator / Printing Supervisor Experience : 2-5 Years in Rotogravure Printing (Flexible Packaging Industry) Qualification : ITI / Diploma / 10th or 12th Pass (preferred)

Job Purpose

To assist the Rotogravure Printing Machine Operator in setting up, operating, and maintaining rotogravure printing machines to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality printing of flexible packaging materials while minimizing machine downtime, material wastage, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist the Rotogravure Printing Operator during machine setup, job changeover, and production startup.
- Load and unload BOPP, PET, PE, CPP, Metalized Film, Paper, and other flexible packaging substrates.
- Prepare inks, solvents (Ethyl Acetate, IPA, etc.), additives, and other consumables as per production requirements.
- Assist in mounting gravure cylinders, doctor blades, impression rollers, and other machine components.
- Verify cylinder numbers, artwork, repeat length, and job specifications before production.
- Monitor print quality including colour registration, shade variation, print density, ink adhesion, print defects, and web alignment.
- Assist in maintaining proper ink viscosity using viscosity cups and replenish inks during production.
- Monitor web tension, drying temperature, oven performance, and machine speed as instructed by the Operator.
- Remove finished printed rolls and ensure proper identification, labeling, and storage.
- Support production targets by minimizing machine downtime, setup time, and material wastage.
- Clean gravure cylinders,



doctor blades, ink pans, pumps, ink circulation systems, and surrounding work areas after production.
- Follow production schedules, job cards, SOPs, and Work Instructions accurately.
- Report machine abnormalities, quality issues, cylinder damage, or safety concerns immediately to the Operator or Supervisor.
- Maintain production records and assist during shift handover.
- Coordinate with Quality Control, Maintenance, Lamination, Slitting, Stores, and Planning departments for smooth workflow.

Quality Responsibilities

- Ensure printed material meets approved customer specifications and internal quality standards.

- Perform visual inspection for:

- Colour consistency

- Print registration

- Shade variation

- Pinholes

- Smudging

- Streaking

- Missing print

- Dot gain

- Ghosting

- Misalignment

- Ink adhesion

- Scumming

- Cylinder lines and other print defects

- Segregate non-conforming material and immediately report to the Operator or Quality Department.

- Follow Quality Management System (QMS), SOPs, Work Instructions, and GMP requirements.

- Maintain proper batch traceability and production documentation.

Safety Responsibilities

- Follow all company safety rules and mandatory PPE requirements.
- Handle inks, solvents, chemicals, and cleaning agents safely as per MSDS guidelines.
- Follow fire safety procedures while handling flammable solvents.




- Maintain housekeeping according to 5S standards.
- Report unsafe conditions, incidents, near misses, and equipment hazards immediately.
- Participate in safety training, toolbox talks, and emergency drills.
- Ensure proper disposal of waste inks, solvents, contaminated cloths, and hazardous waste.

Skills Required :

- Basic knowledge of Rotogravure Printing Process .
- Knowledge of gravure cylinders, doctor blade systems, ink circulation, and solvent-based printing.
- Understanding of flexible packaging materials such as BOPP, PET, PE, CPP, Metalized Film, Paper, and Foil.
- Basic knowledge of ink viscosity, colour matching, print registration, and web handling.
- Ability to identify common rotogravure printing defects.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work in rotating shifts.
- Physically fit to handle production rolls and shop floor activities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Production efficiency.
- Print quality and customer complaint reduction.
- Material wastage control.
- Machine cleanliness and 5S compliance.
- Setup and changeover efficiency.
- Compliance with SOPs, QMS, and safety procedures.
- Attendance and punctuality.
- Teamwork and discipline.

Working Conditions

- Manufacturing shop floor environment.
- Rotating shifts.
- Standing for long durations.
- Handling flexible packaging materials, inks, and solvent-based chemicals.
- Frequent lifting and movement of printed rolls and cylinders.
- Mandatory use of PPE including safety shoes, gloves, ear protection, and safety glasses.

Preferred Industry Experience

Career Growth

Printing Assistant Operator → Printing Operator → Senior Printing Operator → S

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