DOP Operator - Dry Offset Printing

About the role

Gulfmaid is hiring a DOP Operator for its industrial production team in Jeddah. The role ensures smooth operation of production processes by working with modern machinery and technology to improve productivity and efficiency while meeting safety standards and operational protocols. The company invests in employee growth through training programs, workshops and hands-on experience with advanced production technologies, and offers a pathway to supervisory positions.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery, adjusting settings to maintain product quality and meet production targets
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment, identify issues and coordinate repairs to minimise downtime
• Document production data, including quantities produced and incidents affecting output
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot production issues
• Conduct quality control inspections on finished products before release
• Assist in training new operators on equipment operation and safety protocols
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and keep the work area clean and organised
• Communicate with supervisors and other departments to coordinate production schedules

Required skills

• Dry offset printing machine operation and DOP machine setup and changeover
• Printing plate and blanket handling, color matching and registration
• Ink preparation and handling, printing defect identification and quality inspection
• Machine parameter adjustment and basic mechanical troubleshooting
• Preventive machine care, production and downtime reporting, and basic root cause analysis
• 5S and workplace organisation; basic computer/ERP knowledge