Reporting to: General Manager
Location: Hargeisa, Somaliland
Salary: USD 800 + Accommodation
Job Purpose: Read job order and ensure screens, colors, and sheets and all kinds of printouts are accurate according to job specifications.
Duties and Responsibilities
Operation / set-up of large format digital printing press.
Vinyl cutting machine set-up and operation.
Accurately producing large format prints to colour and size specifications.
Understanding and good knowledge of colour digital printing on various substrates.
Produces product to specification, within budget, and in expected time frame.
Accounts for all labor and material consumed on job by job basis.
Perform routine maintenance to insure optimal printing conditions.
Monitors output quality through course of a run.
Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures.
Ability to read and interpret work orders, production schedule, layouts and written instruction.
Review all proofs and final product samples produced on digital equipment before releasing to internal or external customers
Qualifications and work experience
Secondary or any diploma related to IT or Printing production.
At least 3 years experienced in print and digital production house.
Ability to interpret and execute work from graphic layouts and work instructions.
Good eye for colour.
Proficiency in computer applications, including Mac and Windows Operating Systems.
Must possess high mechanical aptitude.
Experience with finishing, Cutting, Embroidery, grommeting, drilling.
Must possess skills in banner mounting and sticker/ vinyl wrapping.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize work as well as work well under tight deadlines.
Ability to read and understand oral/written instructions and set up press to carry out instructions.
Thorough knowledge of press operations and functions and problem-solving on press.
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
Able to read standard rulers.
Great attention to detail in order to spot flaws, banding, possible art issues and colour shade differences.
Ability to maintain documentation necessary to reproduce projects.
Ability to maintain positive, professional demeanour at all times.
Work as a team to support other production employees on the team as necessary.
Must exhibit strong interpersonal skills, is positive, pleasant and respectful.
Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
Able to stand for extended period of time.
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Working conditions
Generally, work a standard 8:00 am to 8:30 pm including 4 hours’ lunch break as per company policy.
Working extra hours, weekends and public holidays when required.
