Tuesday, 20 January, 2026
Hester Fourie
0218630966
Stellenbosch
Vollherbst is a premium packaging and print partner serving leading wine, spirits, and FMCG brands. Their South African team operates as a compact, agile team backed by global expertise – combining premium standards with startup adaptability.
They have an opportunity available for a Technical Production & Brand Support Specialist to join the team – a technically strong individual who can run production (label printing) equipment with precision while also supporting brand-aligned, client-facing technical communication when required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Technical Production (primary focus)
• Operate and maintain printing and finishing equipment
• Manage job setups, calibrations, checks, and quality control
• Execute production runs with precision and consistency
• Troubleshoot technical issues and maintain operational flow
• Document work accurately and uphold premium quality standards
2. Technical Brand Support (secondary focus / as needed)
• Provide technical clarity and input to internal teams
• Translate brand requirements into technical production specifications
• Prepare samples, technical notes, and job details for commercial discussions
• Support client-facing conversations where technical feasibility matters
• Ensure that technical decisions align with brand expectations
3. Cross-Functional Flexibility
• Order acceptance / order management, inventory management, and documentation in ERP system
• Assist in operational planning, documentation, and coordination tasks
• Collaborate with the commercial and operations teams as workloads shift
• Engage professionally with both internal teams and external stakeholders
REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum matric
• Diploma / degree in engineering or a related technical field will be advantageous
• Experience with printing, finishing, materials, or production machinery will be advantageous
• Advance computer literacy (Excel etc.)
• Driver’s licence and own transport
• High attention to detail and a disciplined approach to quality
• Strong communicator with professional presence and confident in managing client interactions
• Fully bilingual (English & Afrikaans)
• Adaptable – able to pivot between production and commercial technical support tasks
To apply, kindly register your application at:
https://www.ditto.jobs/job-details?id=2102952522