Job Description

Closing date: 13 November 2025
Job Purpose
Supports the efficient operation of the NOSA Print Room by assisting with the preparation, printing, finishing, and distribution of high-quality materials. Operates and maintains print equipment, ensuring timely and professional delivery of print jobs under tight deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
Print Operations:

• Assist in operating and overseeing digital printers and finishing equipment (e.g. laminators, guillotine, wire punching & binding machines, perfect binding machine, digital printing presses).
• Monitor print queues, print quality, machines and proactively troubleshoot issues to maintain workflow continuity.
• Conduct regular quality checks to ensure print jobs meet established quality and company identity standards.

Pre- and Post-Production:

• Prepare files by checking formatting, resolution, and layout for print ready requirements. (Pre-press reproduction).
• Imposition files for printing of books, manuals, booklets, flyers, brochures, business cards, etc.
• Set up and load paper, toner, and other consumables.
• Trim, bind, collate, fold and package materials as per project specifications.

Inventory & Maintenance:

• Monitor stock levels of paper, consumables, training material products, and other materials; alert manager when supplies need reordering.
• Assist with ordering of materials. (Requesting quotes from vendors, provide precise specifications) (Follow approved process to place orders, provide vendors with correctly formatted artwork)
• Liaise with vendors, and follow up on progress of orders.
• Arrange routine and non-routine maintenance/service and cleaning of equipment to reduce downtime.
• Log maintenance tasks and report technical issues promptly.
• Log service maintenance calls with vendors and liaise with technicians and engineers.

Administrative Support:

• Assist with job requests, tracking progress, and managing deadlines using internal systems.
• Provide courteous support to staff and clients submitting print jobs, offering advice on best formats and finishes.
• Uphold confidentiality protocols when handling sensitive materials.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) essential.
• Vocational training in print production, reprographics, or basic graphic design is essential.
• Intermediate proficiency in the following software:

• CorelDRAW (desktop publishing)
• Adobe Acrobat Professional
• Microsoft Word
• Quite Imposing Plus (or similar imposing software)
• Fiery Command WorkStation
• Microsoft Excel
• Working knowledge of print-ready file formats: Cdr, Pdf, Ai, Indd, Jpg, Eps, Tiff, Psd.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a pre-press and digital production printing environment (focused on digital repro printing, not large format).
• Proven practical experience in a print facility, reprographics, and production environment.
• Demonstrated competency in operating print and finishing equipment (e.g., Wire Binding, Saddle Stitcher, Perfect Binder, Guillotine).
• Experience with print colour management and preparing artwork files for digital printing.
• Technical skills in setting up and operating Xerox/Canon digital production presses, including paper loading, settings adjustment, calibration, and monitoring.
• Familiarity with various substrates used in the print process.
• Working knowledge of "Variable Data" printing.

Skills & Knowledge

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong time management and prioritisation abilities in high-pressure situations.
• Clear communication skills with a proactive, solution-driven approach.
• Positive team contributor with a creative edge.
• Technically inclined and quick to learn new systems and equipment.
• Quality-focused with a commitment to consistent output.
• Flexible and able to adapt to shifting priorities and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset, comfortable working under supervision and within a dynamic team.
• Customer-focused: approachable, responsive, and service-oriented.
• Safety-conscious: adheres to manual handling and equipment safety protocols.
• Trustworthy and discreet when handling assessments, HR documents, and sensitive data.

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated experience in a print facility, reprographics, or production environment.
• Proficient in operating a range of print and finishing equipment.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on quality control.
• Capable of managing and prioritising multiple print jobs under tight deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team setting.
• Maintains confidentiality, especially when handling sensitive or restricted materials.

Other

• Preference will be given to employment equity candidates.

Skills Required