Print Operator

Print Operator

A well-established manufacturing business, operating within a specialist production environment are recruiting for a Print Operator to join the team on a immediate basis. 

This is being recruited as a permanent position. 

The business combines modern production equipment with skilled manufacturing processes and places a strong emphasis on maintaining high standards throughout production. Employees work within a professional, fast-paced environment where teamwork, reliability and a commitment to quality are highly valued.

To ensure customer orders are produced to the required quality standards and within agreed timescales, while operating machinery safely and efficiently.

Duties and responsibilities:

• monitoring machine performance
• adjusting settings for accurate cutting, creasing, embossing and debossing,
• ensuring work meets quality and safety standards.
• The role involves working closely with production and design teams, interpreting job tickets and specifications, and performing routine checks to minimize downtime and waste.
• Operator will also help with basic troubleshooting, housekeeping around the machinery, and contributing to continuous improvement in print and finishing processes.

Essential Skills and Knowledge:

• Experience operating platen presses or similar print finishing equipment, with strong understanding of cutting, creasing, and embossing/debossing processes.
• Knowledge of print production workflows, including UV Litho printing, die-cutting, and high-speed gluing in a commercial print environment.
• Ability to read and interpret job specifications, artwork layouts, and production instructions with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Awareness of health and safety practices in a print manufacturing setting, including safe machine operation and manual handling.
• Good problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve minor mechanical or quality issues on press.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate with production, design, and quality teams.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and finishes and adapt to evolving technology and processes in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in a print house or packaging manufacturer is advantageous; relevant vocational training or apprenticeship in print or manufacturing is beneficial.

What’s on offer:

Working hours will be 06:00 - 14:00 / 14:00 - 00:00 Monday to Friday, this works on alternating weeks basis. a 'day off' is provided once every 2 weeks (Friday) in addition to the weekend.

Salary: £29,000 - £39,520 D.O.E

Application:

If you would like to apply for the role, please apply directly through CV library, or through our Sky Personnel website