Pre-Press Technician in Kenya

As a world leading company in food processing and packaging, Tetra Pak’s motto “PROTECTS WHAT’S GOOD” TM reflects the philosophy upon which we conduct our business in order to make food safe and available, everywhere.

Operating in more than 165 markets with over 20,000 employees, Tetra Pak believes in responsible industry leadership, creating profitable growth in harmony with good corporate citizenship and a sustainable approach to business.

We work closely with our suppliers and customers on preferred processing and packaging solutions to provide convenient, innovative and environmentally sound products to millions of people worldwide.

Pre-Press Technician

This position requires a very careful adherence to well-defined work where repeatable results are needed. The work is highly precise in nature and requires a very strong attention to detail.

It is vital for the work output to be very high quality, with correct results, time and time again.

Checking and double-checking is very necessary; individuals performing the job must be patient and conscientious. Both the content and the presentation are important; all work must be highly polished.

Scope of the job

The job holder, who will report to the Process Manager, will produce plates to the specified quality; mount plate as per instructions, and prepare for printing process.

He/she will also ensure work instructions; procedures and standards from World Class Manufacturing (WCM) activities are complied with and implemented.

Roles and Responsibilities
Proof read production order, Films and design proof (Reference Samples, Cromalin and Color lasers), to ensure they are correct
Mount printing plates to the sleeves as per production order requirements
Ensure printing plates and films quality assurance
Carry out quality checks of the process as per quality standards instructions
Ensure work instructions, procedures and standards from WCM activities are complied with and implemented
Co-ordinate continuous operation improvement to reduce waste and customer claims
Participate in WCM activities and projects

Qualifications.
Diploma in Printing
Computer knowledge; Word, Excel and Power Point
Work on shifts
Handling of chemicals – plate processing

Experience
Minimum 2 years practical experience in a printing environment
Processing flexo-printing plates
Experience in World Class Manufacturing
Core Competencies, Skills & Abilities
Analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent technical/technological skills
Detail oriented
Steady and Consistent
Results-oriented & good team player

If you think you match the above requirements, please send us your application with an Up-to-date curriculum vitae, Citing your current remuneration package, to:

The Human Resources Manager,
Tetra Pak Limited
P.O.Box 78340, 00507,
Nairobi

or email address: recruit.ke@tetrapak.com to reach us on or before 26th November 2010.

Any incidence of canvassing will lead to a candidate’s disqualification.
Only Short-listed Candidates will be contacted.
Tetra Pak is an Equal Opportunity Employer