SCREEN PRINTING TECHNICAL OPERATOR

JOB

TITLE:SCREEN PRINTING TECHNICAL OPERATOR

About

This Job:

Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management

solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda,

Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.

On behalf of our client, we are looking for a competent, skilled, and

experienced Screen Printing Technical Operator to work in Nairobi,

Kenya.

Job

Summary:

This is a newly established role created to support increased demand in

screen-printed products. The Screen Printing Technical Operator will be

responsible for operating screen printing machines to print on plastic jars

based on provided artwork. Key responsibilities include machine setup, ink

preparation, alignment, print quality assurance, and routine maintenance.

DUTIES

& RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Production

  Operations:

• Operate

  assigned screen printing machines and ensure consistent, high-quality

  output.

• Mix inks

  accurately to match color specifications.

• Align screens

  and materials for precise image placement.

• Monitor and

  troubleshoot issues such as misalignment, ink smudging, or machine

  malfunctions.

• Meet daily

  machine output targets and manage material flow to minimize waste.

• Conduct routine

  quality checks and ensure proper product packaging.

• Collaborate

  with Quality Assurance to carry out proper line clearance.

• Planning:
• Ensure timely

  collection of materials from stores to avoid production delays.

• Coordinate

  flaming, printing, drying, and packaging processes efficiently.

• Maintenance:
• Perform regular

  machine cleaning and maintenance.

• Monitor

  equipment for abnormalities and report issues to technicians.

• Maintain proper

  records using work order forms.

• Health &

  Safety:

• Maintain

  cleanliness of the working area and participate in factory cleaning

  schedules.

• Adhere strictly

  to all communicated safety procedures and standards.

KEY

CHALLENGES:

• External:
• Delays from suppliers

  of screens and inks.

• Inconsistent

  quality of supplied screens.

• Internal:
• Failure to meet

  production targets.

• Low operational

  speed.

• Poor

  communication and job quality.

• Inadequate

  operational skills.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum

KCSE grade C-.

1-2

years of experience in screen printing operations, especially with plastic

products.

Ability

to learn quickly and good machine-handling aptitude.

Advantageous

to have a certificate/diploma in printing or mechanical engineering.

Familiarity

with automatic and manual screen printing; knowledge of offset/flexo printing

is a plus.

Understanding

of manufacturing environments and procedures.

• Behavioral

  Competencies:

Creativity

and a good sense of color.

Attention

to detail and troubleshooting ability.

Strong

teamwork and communication skills.

Ability

to read and understand English.

Capable

of quick decision-making in a fast-paced setting.

Application

Instructions:

Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications through

the link below.

Note:

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY FORM OF SOLICITATION

WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.