Job Description
Novus Print Gauteng, a division of Novus Holdings, is currently seeking to appoint an Electronic Pre-Press Operator in our Hybrid (Heatset and Coldset) Pre-Press department, the position will be reporting to the Pre-Press Manager. The position requires a willingness to work shifts, public holidays, and the occasional overtime.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Management of the digital workflow process of material received from clients.
Effective communication and interaction with clients and with the relevant production departments.
Ensure quality standards are adhered to, together with accurate record keeping.
Perform troubleshooting and fault finding on Pre-press equipment and machinery.
Adhere to all routine operator maintenance procedures on all Pre-press equipment and machinery.
Delivery of quality plates on time and in full to the Press department.
Ensure seamless workflow planning within the Pre-press department to ensure service delivery to internal and external clients.
Ensure adherence to all quality assurance and safety standards.
Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained.
Educational Requirements
Grade 12
Must possess a relevant trade certificate
Experience Requirements
5 years' experience in an electronic Pre-press environment and working knowledge of imposition software.
Skills and Competencies
Knowledge of artwork checks and processing, for the various print production.
Experience with working in Acrobat and knowledge of some design software.
Knowledge of Pre-press workflow processes, (Kodak Workshop, Preps Imposition and InSite software) or (Arkitex Client, Preps and Portal software). Knowledge of both will be to the applicant's advantage.
Knowledge of relevant Pre-press quality control measures and procedures.
Knowledge of a plate processing line and plate chemistry.
Strong analysing, technical and problem-solving abilities.
Must be detail orientated whilst performing duties under extreme pressures.
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and time management abilities
Knowledge of MS Outlook, MS Word, and MS Excel.
Deadline:26th January,2026