Production Technician

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🛠️ Key Responsibilities

1. Machine Operation & Production Execution

• Operate laser engraving and marking machines including

  Han’s Vuzming

  ,

  metal marker

  ,

  laser marker

  , and other CO₂/Fiber laser units.
• Use software such as

  Smart Carve 4.3 DXF

  ,

  EZCAD 2.14.9

  , and

  PhotoGrav 3.0

  for engraving setup and file preparation.
• Perform

  sublimation printing

  ,

  heat pressing

  ,

  printing ironing

  , and

  direct-to-product branding

  .
• Run

  Laminator XL-12

  and ensure bubble-free, scratch-free lamination.
• Operate

  acrylic heat bending machines

  for fabrication of custom trophies, signage, and gifting products.

2. Artwork & Pre-Press Preparation

• Prepare files for laser, sublimation, or printing based on design requirements.
• Convert artwork into machine-compatible formats (DXF, PLT, BMP, PNG).
• Ensure correct size, alignment, engraving depth, and print color accuracy.
• Coordinate with the design team for approvals and corrections.

3. Quality Control & Finishing

• Inspect finished products for accuracy in engraving, printing clarity, color sharpness, and finishing.
• Conduct quality checks at every stage—pre-press, production, and post-production.
• Rework or correct defects immediately and maintain quality logs.
• Ensure neat finishing—ironing, trimming, lamination, cutting, cleaning.

4. Maintenance & Machine Care

• Perform basic maintenance, cleaning, and calibration of lasers, printers, laminators, and other production equipment.
• Report technical issues, breakdowns, or consumable shortages to the Production Manager.
• Keep the workspace, tools, and machinery clean and safe.

5. Inventory & Material Handling

• Manage raw materials such as sublimation sheets, ink, acrylic sheets, laminates, films, powders, and fixtures.
• Track usage of consumables and report stock requirements.
• Ensure proper storage of materials to prevent damage or wastage.

6. Production Planning & Coordination

(For Senior/Lead Technicians)

• Delegate tasks to junior technicians and assistants.
• Organize daily production schedules based on deadlines.
• Update job status to the Production Manager.
• Ensure orders are completed within timelines while meeting quality standards.

7. Safety & Compliance

• Follow all machine safety guidelines (laser protocol, heat press safety, chemical use).
• Use PPE and ensure team members follow safe practices.
• Maintain logs for machine usage and maintenance.

📚 Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of

  laser engraving and cutting

  machines
• Proficiency in

  Smart Carve

  ,

  EZCAD

  ,

  PhotoGrav

  , or similar software
• Experience in

  sublimation printing

  ,

  heat pressing

  ,

  DTF/printing ironing

• Operation of laminator XL-12

  and

  acrylic heat bending machines

• Strong understanding of materials like acrylic, MDF, metal, fabric, and plastics

Soft Skills

• Attention to detail
• Time management and ability to handle multiple orders
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting
• Team collaboration
• Ability to follow instructions and SOPs

🎓 Qualifications & Experience

• 1–5 years (Technician) / 5+ years (Senior / Lead Technician) in printing, laser engraving, fabrication, or promotional product manufacturing
• Basic knowledge of computers and design file handling
• Experience in corporate gifting production is a plus
• ITI/Diploma/Technician training preferred (not mandatory)

Interested candidates please share your CV to hrmanager@clouddesigns.in