Keegan Reddy

Experienced Flexographic Machine Operator with 20 years of expertise in the label and packaging printing industry. Skilled in operating and setting up Nilpeter and Mark Andy flexographic presses while maintaining exceptional print quality, production efficiency, and workplace safety. Strong technical knowledge of printing processes, colour consistency, ink management, machine calibration, and quality control.

Committed to optimizing press performance, minimizing downtime, and consistently producing high-quality products while meeting production deadlines in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Nilpeter FA Line Supervisor at Advanced Labels (2025-12 – Present)

• Supervise daily production activities to ensure quality standards, safety procedures, and production targets are consistently achieved.
• Coordinate workflow between machine operators and production staff to maximise efficiency and minimise downtime.
• Monitor print quality, troubleshoot production issues, and implement corrective actions when required.
• Maintain production records, oversee machine performance, and ensure compliance with company policies and workplace safety standards.

Nilpeter FA Line Machine Operator at Advanced Labels (2023-01 – 2025-12)

• Operated and set up Nilpeter FA Line flexographic printing presses to produce high-quality labels according to customer specifications.
• Monitored print quality throughout production, making adjustments to ensure colour consistency and accurate registration.
• Performed machine setup, calibration, and changeovers to minimise downtime and maximise productivity.
• Conducted routine maintenance and cleaning of printing equipment to ensure optimal machine performance.
• Maintained accurate production records and complied with workplace safety procedures.
• Worked with production teams to meet production targets and delivery deadlines

Mark Andy / Nilpeter Flexographic Press Operator at First Impression Labels (2006-01 – 2022-12)

• Set up, calibrated, and operated Mark Andy and Nilpeter flexographic printing presses according to production specifications.
• Mounted printing plates, adjusted registration, and prepared presses for efficient production runs.
• Performed continuous quality inspections to detect and correct print defects during production.
• Mixed inks and adjusted viscosity to achieve accurate colour consistency and print quality.
• Managed inventory of printing plates, inks, substrates, and production materials.
• Calculated ink ratios, material usage, and machine settings with precision.
• Maintained production logs and machine performance records.
• Cleaned and maintained printing equipment, including anilox rollers, doctor blades, and ink systems.
• Followed workplace health and safety procedures to maintain a safe and organized production environment.

Grade 12 (Matric) – Avonford Secondary School