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Printer Operator (Several Positions)

Category

Engineering

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Kampala, Uganda

Vacancies

1 position

Closing Date

11/20/2026
18 days left

Employer / Company

Premier Distilleries Limited logo
Premier Distilleries Limited
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Description (Public)

Premier Distilleries Ltd, a manufacturing company, is seeking experienced Printer Operators (several positions) to set up and run single facers, glue applicators, pre-heaters and double-backer units on a 5-ply corrugated line.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Set up and run single facers, glue applicators, pre-heaters and double-backer units on a 5-ply line
  • Mount paper reels on mill roll stands and adjust paper web tension across all 5 layers
  • Control starch glue levels, roller gaps and heating temperatures to ensure strong sheet bonding
  • Check board thickness, flute alignment (B/C flutes), GSM paper weight and bonding quality
  • Prevent and resolve common issues like delamination, warped boards, creasing or loose bonding
  • Perform daily cleaning, lubrication and basic mechanical checks on corrugating rollers and glue units
  • Monitor production speed to reduce paper trim, glue waste and downtime
  • Follow safety rules around high-temperature rollers, steam/heating pipes and emergency stops

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

  • 3 to 5 years operating semi-automatic corrugated line machinery
  • Experience with Chinese machine brands preferred
  • Good understanding of 5-ply corrugated board production, paper tensioning and starch adhesive application

Skills & Competencies:

  • Troubleshooting skills: ability to quickly fix paper snapping, alignment issues and minor mechanical faults
  • Attention to detail on quality inspection
  • Commitment to workplace safety
  • Reliability and ability to meet production targets

How to Apply

About Premier Distilleries Limited
Established in 2000, Premier Distilleries Limited is one of Uganda's leading alcoholic beverage manufacturers, recognized for its commitment to quality, innovation, and hi-tech packaging. With a fully integrated supply chain, we manage every step from raw material sourcing to the delivery of premium products like our flagship Coffee Spirit Vodka and Simba Gin, serving markets across East Africa with a focus on excellence and consumer trust.

Mission

To provide high-quality, authentic alcoholic beverages to the Ugandan and East African markets through innovation, reliability, and world-class packaging standards.

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