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A plate mounter opening in Cape Town is available for someone with hands-on flexographic printing experience. The role sits with a well-known and established flexible packaging manufacturer, and it focuses on preparing printing plates so that production runs smoothly, accurately and on time. If you know your way around cylinders, sleeves and plate handling, this is a practical, production-floor opportunity worth a close look.
The employer is Talentsphere, recruiting for a well-known and established company that provides flexible packaging. The work takes place in a manufacturing environment, where printing plates are mounted in preparation for production. Accuracy matters here: plates that are positioned and aligned correctly help the press run efficiently and help the finished packaging meet quality standards. The role is a permanent, intermediate-level position, and the listing gives Cape Town in its title, while the listing location field is shown as Western Cape.
The plate mounter accurately mounts flexographic printing plates, known as stereos, onto printing cylinders or sleeves in preparation for production. Mounted plates must meet quality standards, support efficient press operations and contribute to production output. Day-to-day duties include mounting plates onto cylinders or sleeves according to production specifications, verifying artwork, job tickets and printing requirements before mounting, and ensuring accurate plate positioning, registration and alignment. The successful candidate will inspect plates for damage, defects or wear before use, prepare cylinders, sleeves and mounting materials, and carry out routine maintenance and cleaning of mounting equipment. Any damaged equipment, faulty materials or quality concerns must be reported to the supervisor. The role also involves collaborating with the Pre-Press, Printing Press and Quality departments, adhering to production schedules and prioritising jobs to meet delivery deadlines, and maintaining accurate records of mounted jobs and production activities. Health, safety and environmental procedures must be followed at all times, along with Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP requirements on a daily basis.
The listing states that previous experience with flexographic printing processes is essential, as is familiarity with mounting systems, cylinders, sleeves and printing plate handling. Experience with a minimum of six colours on machines is also required. Candidates should be willing to work three eight-hour shifts, as well as overtime and weekends when required. The role involves standing for extended periods and lifting and moving printing plates and equipment within safe manual handling limits. Good visual acuity is needed, along with the ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and machinery, and to stay comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The salary package, including benefits, is described in the listing as highly negotiable depending on experience gained, so no fixed figure is given here.
Apply only through the Apply button on this page, which leads to the original CareerJunction listing for this role. Read the full listing there before you apply, and check that the duties, shift pattern and requirements match what you expect. Be cautious of anyone who asks for payment to secure a job or who contacts you from an unrelated address about this role.
When you apply, highlight your flexographic printing experience clearly, including the mounting systems you have used, the number of colours you have worked with on machines, and any experience with cylinders, sleeves and plate inspection. Mention your comfort with shift work, overtime and weekend work, and with standing for long periods in a busy manufacturing environment. A short, factual summary of your production experience will help the recruiter see the fit quickly. Keep your contact details up to date so the recruiter can reach you without delay.
After you apply through the original listing, the recruiter reviews applications against the stated requirements. If you are shortlisted, expect to be contacted to discuss your experience and suitability for the role. Keep a copy of your application and note the job reference, PS010737, for follow-up.
This page is for information only and is not a job offer. The salary package, including benefits, is described as highly negotiable depending on experience gained, the role is permanent, and the listing was posted on 28 October 2026 with an expiry of 20 days from posting. Details such as duties and requirements are as stated in the original listing, and the final terms are confirmed by the employer during the hiring process.
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