Large Format Print Finisher/ Laminator/ Mounter

Position: Large Format Print Finisher / Mounter / Laminator
Location: Essex
Salary: £30k – 40K (Neg.) + Overtime
Shift: Days (Monday – Friday)

The Company:
Large Format print & signage company for Retail, Exhibitions, Indoor/Outdoor Events, Hotels, Museums.

Key Responsibilities
•    Laminating: Operate roller laminators and other laminating equipment to apply protective films and laminates to large format prints, graphics, and signage with precision and consistency.
•    Mounting: Mount large format prints and vinyl graphics to a wide range of substrates including foamex, dibond, acrylic, foam board, and others. Perform wrapped edge mounting and high-quality application techniques.
•    Comprehensive Finishing: Carry out all areas of large format print finishing including precision cutting, trimming, weeding vinyl, guillotining, routing, and hand-finishing as required.
•    Banner & Signage Production: Produce finished banners (taped hems, eyelets), exhibition graphics, window graphics, POS displays, and other signage products to client specifications.
•    Quality Control: Perform thorough quality checks at every stage to ensure colour accuracy, finish quality, alignment, and that every item meets company and client standards.
•    Dispatch Preparation: Carefully pack and prepare finished products for dispatch or installation, ensuring they are protected and presented professionally.
•    Workshop & Equipment: Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment. Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of finishing equipment (laminators, cutters, etc.).
•    Team Support: Work collaboratively with the production team, assist with material handling, stock management, and general workshop duties to ensure smooth workflow and on-time delivery.

Requirements:
•    Proven, hands-on experience in large format print finishing with specific expertise in laminating (roller laminators) and mounting techniques.
•    Strong experience across all areas of large format print finishing and production.
•    Skilled in working with a variety of materials and substrates: vinyl, foamex, dibond, acrylic, banner media, and signage materials.
•    Excellent attention to detail and a genuine pride in producing high-quality finished work.
•    Ability to work efficiently under pressure and consistently meet tight production deadlines.
•    Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling of large format materials and equipment.
•    Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player with good communication skills.
•    Eligible to work in the UK.