Job Description

• The Novus Print division has a proud legacy, which includes the highest level of manufacturing excellence, first mover in new technology and solutions-orientated offerings. The team is exceptionally strong and is seasoned in standardisation and optimisation of processes, able to adapt quickly to change and most importantly solid in its culture and values.
• Novus Print: Montague Gardens is seeking to appoint 2 x Guillotine Operators on a 3 Months Fixed-Term Contract. These roles are based within the Sheetfed Division, and the appointed candidates will be responsible for operating cutting machinery The successful incumbents will report to the Press Shift Leader.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Read work orders to determine setup specifications and instructions
• Operate the guillotine machine following the correct standard operating procedures
• Set up and operate machines that perform trimming on printing jobs
• Check that quantities and size of the job are as required during the guillotine operations
• Install and adjust machines devices i.e. knives.
• To cut and trim reams of paper and trim printed material to given size for further processing
• Observe and monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions and/or adjustments
• Ensure quality control checklists are completed and kept up to date
• Meet specific job specifications and quality standards
• Maintain daily production records
• Basic preventative maintenance
• Maintain general health and safety standards in the production environment
• Ad hoc general assistance on all machines
• Adhering to all health and safety requirements

Educational Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent
• Guillotine Certification will be advantageous

Experience Requirements

• 1 – 2 years Guillotine working experience

Skills and Competencies

• Possess the ability to follow instructions
• Computer Literacy
• Effective judgement and decision-making skills
• Effective communication skills.
• Attention to detail