Apprentice Printer

We have a great opportunity for an Apprentice Printing Machinist at our Townsville Print Centre.

You will be working in a progressive work environment where we offer a supportive culture and opportunities to expand your skill set and allow you to perform at your best.

As an apprentice Printing Machinist, your training will be enhanced with a variety of specific industry skills that are crucial to your development as a skilled and qualified printer. These skills go beyond basic knowledge and will enable you to perform tasks efficiently, safely, and in compliance with industry standards.

You will participate within a team of highly skilled professional Fitters, Electricians, Printers, Publishers and Production personnel, to ensure production deadlines are met and equipment is repaired promptly and efficiently.

Duties:

As an apprentice, you will work alongside our experienced press operators to learn all aspects of operating and maintaining our Man Roland Geoman printing press and associated plate making machines, duties will include:

• Set-up and operation of the Man Roland Geoman

• Operation of Press Folder, Reelstand, colour and registration desk.

• Colour matching and quality control

• Plate changing and press adjustments

• Routine maintenance and troubleshooting

• Stock handling and job preparation

• Understanding print production workflows from start to finish

• Press planning using the PPM system (press planning manager) 

About you:

• ​Ability to work in a team environment

• Good computer skills

• Ability to follow & adhere to policies and procedures

• Reliable and punctual

• The ability to work on a 7 day rotating roster with weekend and shift night required.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Have a strong work ethic and motivated to learn

• Passionate for trade & result driven

• Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident