Bas Re

Results-driven Flexographic Printing & Packaging Professional with over 20+ years of experience in label printing&packaging, production management, and quality assurance. Proven expertise in managing high-speed flexo presses, narrow web label presses, gravure, Lamination, and converting operations. Strong leader with extensive experience in Africa, UAE, and India, delivering operational excellence, waste reduction, and consistent quality improvement.

Experienced in plant setup, machine installation, production workflow optimization, team leadership, and customer technical support.

Technical Manager – Flexo - Aflink Rwanda Ltd - Rwanda

(2024-03)

• Overseeing Flexo printing and converting operations.
• Managing production efficiency, quality standards, and cost control.
• Leading technical troubleshooting and press optimization.
• Implementing structured production workflows and QA systems.
• Training and mentoring press operators and supervisors.

Production Manager – Flexo - Graphic Systems Uganda - Uganda

(2020-12 - 2024-01)

• Managed end-to-end flexographic label production.
• Improved machine utilization and reduced material wastage.
• Led shift scheduling, manpower planning, and KPI monitoring.
• Implemented preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Handled customer technical discussions and press approvals.

Production Manager – Flexo - Fine Print Ltd

(2018-09 - 2020-10)

• Supervised flexo label printing operations.
• Controlled ink consumption, waste levels, and press speeds.
• Standardized production processes and documentation systems.
• Improved production output through operator training.

Production Manager - Sree Krishna Strapping Labels Pvt. Ltd - Chennai

(2014-10 - 2018-04)

• Managed narrow web flexo printing and converting.
• Ensured high-quality output for self-adhesive labels.
• Optimized die cutting and slitting operations.
• Reduced downtime through structured SOP implementation.

Assistant Manager – Production & QA - Emirates Printing Forms - Abu Dhabi, UAE

(2008-07 - 2014-08)

• Managed flexible packaging and label printing operations.
• Supervised QA systems and quality audits.
• Handled CI flexo presses (350 m/min).
• Ensured compliance with production standards and client specifications.

Production Supervisor – Flexo - Sree Krishna Labels Pvt. Ltd - Chennai

(2007-03 - 2008-06)

• Supervised daily production.
• Controlled print quality and job changeovers.
• Coordinated with prepress and converting departments.

Senior Printer – Flexible & Label Printing - ITC Limited – Packaging & Printing Division - Chennai

(1997-12 - 2007-03)

• Operated flexo and gravure presses.
• Handled high-volume packaging print jobs.
• Maintained consistent color and registration quality.
• Trained junior operators.

Diploma in Printing Technology - Printing Technology - Institute of Printing Technology (1994 - 1997)