Offset Printing QA/QC Officer

About the role

The Galaxy Press, a professional printing and packaging company in Karachi, is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Offset Printing QA/QC Officer. The role monitors and maintains quality standards across printing and packaging operations, covering inspections at every production stage, identification of non-conformities and coordination of corrective actions with production teams.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct incoming material, in-process and final product quality inspections.
• Verify print quality, color accuracy, registration, alignment and consistency against approved standards.
• Inspect printed sheets for defects such as color variation, misregistration, scumming and set-off.
• Review approved artwork, printing plates, color references and job specifications before production.
• Monitor press make-ready, first-sheet approval and ongoing production quality.
• Check paper and board specifications (GSM, size, grade, material condition).
• Inspect die cutting, folding, gluing, lamination and finishing quality.
• Identify non-conformities, investigate root causes and coordinate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain inspection reports, rejection records, checklists and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with Production, Pre-Press, Planning and Finishing departments and support continuous improvement to reduce rejection, rework and waste.

Required profile

• Relevant experience in QA/QC within the offset printing and packaging industry; practical offset printing QA/QC experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of offset printing processes and production workflows.
• Ability to interpret job cards, technical specifications, approved samples and customer requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience in quality documentation, inspection reporting and corrective action follow-up.
• A relevant technical diploma or degree in Printing Technology, Graphic Arts or a related field is an advantage.

Required skills

• Knowledge of color matching, print registration, ink density and visual inspection techniques.
• Familiarity with quality inspection instruments such as densitometers, color guides, loupe magnifiers and measuring gauges.
• Understanding of pre-press, printing, die cutting, lamination and finishing operations.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word and basic computer applications.

Candidates apply by submitting an updated CV through the company's online application form, mentioning their industry experience and preferred job location.