Slitter Operator

Job Type: Full-time
Location: North East England
Work Location: On-site

We are looking for an experienced Slitter Operator to join a busy manufacturing and print production environment.

The successful candidate will have experience operating industrial slitting machinery, ideally within a digital and/or flexographic print environment. You will be responsible for accurately slitting and finishing printed materials to customer and production specifications, while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and efficiency.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with good mechanical knowledge, strong attention to detail and experience working with industrial machinery.

• Operate slitting and finishing machinery safely and efficiently.
• Set up machines to achieve specified widths, lengths and production requirements.
• Monitor production runs and make adjustments where necessary.
• Carry out quality checks before, during and after the slitting process.
• Identify and resolve basic machine and production issues.
• Perform routine cleaning, maintenance and lubrication of machinery.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely during machine setup and maintenance.
• Fabricate or assemble components where required.
• Handle and move rolls and other production materials safely.
• Maintain accurate production and quality standards.
• Keep the production area clean, organised and compliant with health and safety requirements.
• Work closely with colleagues across the production team to meet deadlines and maintain output.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience operating slitting machinery, preferably within a print or manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with digital print and/or flexographic print would be highly advantageous.
• Good mechanical knowledge and the ability to troubleshoot basic machinery issues.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools.
• Good understanding of production and quality control processes.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• The ability to work safely when handling heavy materials.
• A reliable, practical and hands-on approach to work.
• The ability to work independently as well as effectively within a team.
• Experience in a warehouse, manufacturing or print production environment would be advantageous.

• Full-time, permanent opportunity.
• On-site parking.
• Company pension.
• On-site canteen.
• Company events.
• Opportunity to develop your skills within a busy manufacturing and print environment.

If you have experience operating slitting machinery and are looking for your next opportunity within a digital and flexographic print environment, we would be keen to hear from you.