Print Finisher

Location: Derby
Salary: £30,000+ depending on experience
Shift Allowance: £1,200 per annum
Bonus: Up to £2,500 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Large Format Print Operator to join a busy and growing production team based in Derby.

This is a hands-on role working across a range of exciting and varied projects. You will be responsible for the end-to-end production of high-quality graphics using UV flatbed/roll-to-roll and Dye Sublimation printing technologies.

The company is looking for someone who takes pride in their work, has excellent attention to detail and is comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.

Candidates with Team Leader or Supervisor experience will also be considered, particularly those looking to take on additional responsibility.

• Set up and operate large format printing equipment, including UV and Dye Sublimation printers

• Prepare and RIP customer files ready for production

• Use RIP and design software such as Caldera, Fiery, Onyx and Adobe Creative Suite

• Carry out routine machine maintenance, cleaning and nozzle checks

• Monitor print quality, colour consistency, alignment and overall output

• Identify and resolve basic machine and production issues

• Assist with finishing, including trimming, laminating and mounting

• Work to production schedules and tight deadlines

• Maintain a clean, safe and organised production environment

• Support the wider production team when required

The ideal candidate will have previous experience within large format print, digital print or a similar production environment.

You will ideally have experience with:

• UV printing - flatbed and/or roll-to-roll

• Dye Sublimation

• Large format digital printing

• RIP software such as Caldera, Fiery or Onyx

• Adobe Creative Suite

• Print finishing processes

• Working to tight production deadlines

We are also interested in candidates with Team Leader or Supervisor experience who can demonstrate the ability to take responsibility and support other members of the production team.

Most importantly, you will have a flexible, can-do attitude, strong attention to detail and be willing to work overtime when required, including occasional Saturdays during busy periods.

The role operates on a rotating shift pattern:

Monday-Thursday:
6:00am - 2:30pm
11:30am - 8:00pm

Friday:
7:30am - 4:00pm

A £1,200 annual shift allowance is paid in addition to the basic salary.

• £30,000+ salary, dependent on skills and experience

• £1,200 annual shift allowance

• Bonus scheme up to £2,500 per annum after a qualifying period

• 31 days' annual leave including bank holidays

• Company pension

• Free on-site parking

• Training and development opportunities

• Career progression opportunities

• Overtime available

Due to the shift pattern, candidates should ideally live within approximately 30 minutes of Derby, with a maximum commute of around 45 minutes considered.

If you have experience within large format print, digital print or print production and are looking for a new opportunity with a company offering progression and development, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for more information.