Finishing Technician - Midrand
Dis-Chem Pharmacies · Gauteng
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- Dis-Chem Pharmacies has an opportunity available for a Finishing Technician for their Head Office.
- Executes finishing tasks across printed marketing materials, ensuring all items are accurately cut, assembled, packed, and prepared for distribution.
- Plays a critical role in ensuring materials are production-ready and delivered in line with campaign and promotional timelines across the Dis-Chem ecosystem.
Minimum Requirements… Essential:
- Grade 12 / Matric
- 1+ years' experience in print production, finishing, warehousing, or manufacturing
- Experience working in high-volume, deadline-driven environments
- Basic understanding of health and safety practices
Responsibilities
Planning and task preparation
- Receive and prepare printed materials for finishing according to job specifications
- Organise materials based on priority, campaign timelines, and distribution requirements
- Understand job instructions to ensure correct finishing approach per item
Execution and finishing operations
- Perform cutting, trimming, folding, packing, bundling, and assembly of materials
- Ensure correct quantities and grouping of materials per store or distribution requirement
- Handle materials carefully to avoid damage or wastage
- Work with relevant clerks to sort stock in order to assist in checking process
Stakeholder alignment and team collaboration
- Work closely with the Finishing Team Lead to meet production deadlines
- Coordinate with Production and Distribution teams to ensure smooth handover of completed materials.
- Communicate any issues or delays impacting output
Governance and quality control
- Check finished materials for accuracy, neatness, and completeness
- Ensure adherence to job specifications, quantities, and packaging requirements
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
Competencies
Essential
Key competencies
- Familiarity with print finishing processes cutting, packing, assembly.
- Ability to follow job instructions and production specifications accurately
- Strong attention to detail with ability to work under pressure
- Understanding of the importance of accuracy and timelines in retail promotions
Key Performance Indicators
- Timelines : Tasks completed in line with finishing and distribution schedules
- Accuracy : Correct quantities, grouping, and finishing of materials
- Quality : Neat, damage-free, and production-ready outputs
- Efficiency : Consistent output in high-volume environments
Closing Date 29 September 2026