Flexographic Printing Machine Operator (Shopping Bags)

About the role

A manufacturer in Qatar is looking for a skilled and experienced Flexographic Printing Machine Operator specializing in shopping bag production to join its manufacturing team. The role covers full in-line flexographic printing operations, from setup to quality control.

Key responsibilities

• Complete end-to-end setup, calibration and operation of in-line flexographic printing equipment.
• Prepare inks and make precise viscosity adjustments according to specified Pantone color codes.
• Mount and prepare rubber plates and install printing cylinders accurately.
• Set up and continuously adjust printing registration, verify color consistency and maintain high print quality across production runs.
• Monitor film tensions, web handling and machine speed to prevent defects.
• Diagnose and fix issues such as poor registration, color variation, pinholes, blocking and dirty printing.

Required profile

• Proven hands-on experience operating flexographic printing machinery for shopping bags and flexible packaging.
• Strong technical expertise in Pantone color matching, ink viscosity control and inline printing operations.
• Practical knowledge of plate mounting, cylinder setup and troubleshooting print defects.
• Currently residing in Qatar with a transferable QID / NOC (or locally available).
• Open to all nationalities.

Candidates apply by sending an updated resume to the employer's email, quoting the position as the subject line.