Printing Machine Operator

We are seeking a versatile and detail-oriented Digital Printing Machine Operator with Graphic Design knowledge to join our production team. In this dual role, you will be responsible for preparing creative artwork, setting up high-speed digital printers, and managing the end-to-end physical production of print media. A minimum of 1 year of local market experience in the printing or advertising industry is strictly mandatory.

Key Responsibilities1. Pre-Press & Graphic Design

• Review, modify, and optimize client artwork to ensure files are "print-ready."
• Adjust layouts, scale graphics, fix color profiles (CMYK/RGB), and manage typography.
• Create original layouts or adapt existing brand designs for various print mediums.

2. Machine Operation & Production

• Set up, program, and operate digital printing machines
• Monitor the printing process to maintain sharp resolution, accurate color matching, and alignment.
• Perform routine daily maintenance and minor troubleshooting on printing equipment.

3. Post-Print Finishing & Quality Control

• Inspect completed print jobs for defects, color bleeding, or inaccuracies before delivery.
• Handle finishing tasks including precise cutting, weeding vinyl, lamination, and mounting.
• Manage raw material inventory (inks, paper rolls, substrates) and request restocks.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Local Market Experience: Minimum 1 year of continuous experience working in a print shop, signage company, or advertising agency within the local market.
• Design Software: High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) or CorelDRAW.
• Technical Hardware: Proven experience operating commercial digital printers or large-format plotters.
• Print Knowledge: Strong understanding of bleed lines, crop marks, resolutions (DPI), and material substrates (vinyl, foam board, flex, canvas).
• Communication: Fluency in English (spoken and written) to coordinate with clients and the production team.

Pay: BD200.000 - BD400.000 per hour

Work Location: In person