1. Key Roles & Responsibilities

The CI Flexo Printing Operator will be responsible for 4 Colour, 6 Colour & 8 colour setting up, operating and monitoring flexographic printing machines used for printing on plastic films/polythelene materials, ensuring consistent print quality, efficient production, minimum wastage and safe machine operation.

2. Key Roles & Responsibilities

- Operate flexographic printing machines efficiently as per production plan and approved job specifications.
- Set up the machine for different printing jobs, including printing plates, cylinders, anilox rolls, doctor blades, inks and substrate rolls.
- Carry out proper plate mounting, registration setting and impression adjustment.
- Set and maintain machine parameters such as printing speed, tension, pressure, drying temperature and registration.
- Prepare and maintain inks as per required shade, viscosity and print specifications.
- Ensure accurate colour matching and colour consistency throughout the production run.
- Check printed material continuously for registration, shade, clarity, adhesion, streaks, smudging, pinholes and other printing defects.
- Make necessary adjustments during production to maintain required print quality.
- Handle and load/unload poly film rolls safely and correctly.
- Minimize material, ink and solvent wastage through proper machine settings and process control.
- Monitor machine performance and minimize unnecessary downtime.
- Conduct routine cleaning, lubrication and basic preventive maintenance of the printing machine.
- Identify abnormal machine conditions and immediately report breakdowns or technical issues to the supervisor/maintenance team.
- Maintain proper records of production quantity, machine speed, wastage, ink consumption, downtime and job details.




- Ensure proper job changeover and cleaning between different printing jobs.
- Follow approved samples, artwork, colour standards and customer-specific requirements.
- Coordinate with the Production, Quality, Pre-Press and Maintenance teams for smooth production.
- Maintain proper housekeeping around the machine and printing area.
- Follow all company policies relating to quality, safety, PPE, fire safety and handling of inks/solvents.
- Ensure that the machine is operated only within approved operating parameters.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, quality and reduce wastage.

3. Required Skills & Competencies

- Practical knowledge of CI flexographic printing technology.
- Experience in printing on LDPE, HDPE, other plastic films will be preferred.
- Knowledge of printing plates, anilox rolls, inks, solvents and doctor blade systems.
- Ability to understand and control colour matching and registration.
- Ability to identify and troubleshoot common printing defects.
- Basic mechanical understanding of printing equipment.
- Good attention to detail and quality consciousness.
- Ability to work under production targets and deadlines.
- Positive teamwork and communication skills.
- Ability to work in rotational shifts.
- Strong focus on safety and discipline.

4. Qualification & Experience

Preferred Qualification:

- ITI / Diploma / 12th Pass.
- Printing Technology, Mechanical or related technical qualification will be an advantage.

Experience:

- 1–2 years of experience in flexographic printing.
- Experience specifically in poly/plastic film printing will be preferred.
- Experienced operators capable of independently setting and running the machine will be given preference.

Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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