DTF Print Operative in Finningley, Doncaster

DTF Print Operative

Location: Doncaster / Finningley
Salary: £26,932 per annum, increasing following successful completion of probation
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 7:30am–4:30pm Monday – Thursday, 7:30am–4:00pm Friday

We are recruiting for a DTF Print Operative to join an established garment-branding and warehouse operation in the Doncaster area.

The successful candidate will operate and maintain Direct-to-Film printing and cutting equipment, producing high-quality printed transfers to support the wider Branding Department.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in commercial printing, DTF, garment printing, signage, print finishing or production machinery, even if limited, who is confident using computers and has excellent attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee DTF printing equipment, preparing print jobs through the relevant software and production systems.

• Check artwork, sizing, colours and quantities before releasing jobs to print.

• Manage print queues and prioritise work in line with daily production requirements and deadlines.

• Monitor print quality and ensure transfers are correctly cured, powdered and prepared for application.

• Operate the automated DTF cutting machine and select appropriate cutting settings for each job.

• Inspect finished transfers for defects including colour, alignment, sizing and incomplete prints.

• Identify and resolve printing or cutting issues, escalating technical faults when required.

• Carry out routine cleaning and preventative maintenance of DTF equipment.

• Monitor ink, film, powder and other consumables to ensure sufficient stock is available.

• Manage incoming transfer requests and prepare new artwork and print setups.

• Resize, upscale and optimise artwork where required to achieve the correct print quality and dimensions.

• Work closely with the Branding and Heat Press teams to maintain an efficient production workflow.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience within printing, garment branding, signage, print finishing or machine operation.

• Strong computer skills and confidence working with digital artwork and production software.

• Excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on print quality.

• Ability to follow specifications accurately, including sizing, positioning, colour and quantities.

• Practical ability to operate, clean and maintain production equipment.

• Strong organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple jobs and priorities.

• Reliable, quality-focused and comfortable working to daily production targets.

Salary & Benefits

• £26,932 starting salary

• Salary increase following successful completion of probation

• Permanent Monday-to-Friday daytime position

• Training and development within a specialist garment-branding operation

Previous DTF experience is highly desirable, although candidates from other commercial print, signage, garment-decoration or technically focused machine-operating environments or similar are encouraged to apply.