Job Title: Decal In-charge
Salary: ₹14.00 Lac - ₹16.50 Lac
Experience: 10 - 15 years
Location: Jaipur
Education: B Tech / BE or Diploma in Printing Technology
Industry: Decal Printing
Skills Required: Decal Printing, Supervision, Equipment Management , Printing Process Control & Production, Communication With Stakeholders, Printing Fundamentals, Printing Techniques, decoration, Ceramic Printing
Description
Job Title : Decal In-charge
Department : Decal Printing
Position : Decal In-charge
Location : Jaipur
Responsibility Level & Grade : JM3- MM1
Direct Reporting to : Cold End- Head
Key Task & Accountabilities
1. Decal Printing Operation Supervision & Equipment Management
Supervise daily decal printing operations and ensure smooth workflow.
Manage and maintain printing equipment (semi-auto/auto decal printers) and curing systems.
Ensure proper inventory of tools, consumables, and chemicals for uninterrupted production. Implement 5S and safety standards in the printing area.
2. Printing Process Control & Production Enhancement
Accountable for decal printing production efficiency and quality.
Lead job changeovers and stabilize print setups.
Reduce rework, misprints, and breakdowns through preventive measures.
Analyze process data and troubleshoot defects (e.g., misregistration, ink bleeding, smudging).
Ensure compatibility of colors with substrates and optimize ink systems.
3. Interaction with Stakeholders
Collaborate with design, QC, and production teams for timely decisions on print alignment and defect resolution.
Provide feedback on print quality and design issues.
Align machine-wise production plans with overall production schedules.
Technical Expertise Required:
Screen Printing Fundamentals:
o Types of colors and their compatibility with glass and ceramic substrates.
o Additives, mediums, solvents used in color preparation and their shelf life.
o Cover coat types and applications.
o Printing mesh types, screen frames, and their uses.
Prepress Knowledge:
o Screen preparation and film positives (solid print, halftone, gradation).
o Troubleshooting screen-making issues.
Printing Techniques:
o Ink transfer process, registration, and defect prevention.
o Suitable printing methods for dinnerware and flat surfaces.
o Operation and maintenance of screen printing machines.
Post-Printing:
o Achieving repeatability in printing. o Storage of printed sheets and production record management (MIS, SAP entry).
Important Competencies
Strong understanding of decal printing and transfer techniques
Basic knowledge of kiln firing parameters and glass decoration standards
Good coordination and team management skills
Awareness of visual quality benchmarks
Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects and prioritize effectively.
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Communication & reporting (written + verbal)
Academic & Professional Qualifications
B.Tech / BE or Diploma in Printing Technology.
Experience
10+ years of experience in glassware/ceramic industry in decal application & decoration
Preferred: Candidates with experience in glass container printing.
Who is an ideal candidate ?
The ideal candidate for this position should have a Degree or Diploma in Printing Technology with around 10+ years of experience in decal printing or decoration in the glassware or ceramic industry. The candidate should have strong knowledge of screen printing processes, inks and colors used for glass printing, screen preparation, and operation of decal printing machines. The role involves supervising decal printing operations, ensuring print quality, reducing printing defects, and coordinating with production and quality teams to ensure designs are accurately printed on glass products. The person will also manage the printing team and report to the Cold End Head, who oversees decoration and finishing processes after glass production.
