Lithographic Printer

Job – Lithographic Pre Press operator (Tin Plate) Hours of work – Mon to Thursday – 6am-2pm/2pm-10pm & 10pm-6am & Fridays 6am -11.30am/11.30am-5pm Rate – Up to £16.41ph Location – Bradford Overview: The Thrive Group Wakefield have a great opportunity for skilled Lithographic Pre Press operator who will be responsible for supply to UV metal print, ideally with technical experience of pre-press operations. YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING IN THE PRINT ENVIRONMENT – Tin Plate advantageous Responsibilities: Quality checks on customer files against information provided. Setting and Running of both hardware & software to develop lithography plates to correct specifications. PDF File checks & preparation including imposition to make the file print ready. Managing plate output for printing. Ensuring all required information & specifications supplied to print are correct. Digital job data management to maintain file records. Ensuring equipment is maintained & calibrated to the highest level ensuring optimum performance. Ensuring equipment and environment is operated and cared for, meeting all current Health & Safety legislation and conforming to company standards. Ink mixing is exact to approved formulas, guaranteeing service. Storage & upkeep of approved print samples. Minimising all forms of waste. Continuously improving in process checks, eliminating unnecessary costs from the business. Provide feedback errors to relevant departments in a timely manner. Required Skills/Education/Qualifications: Computer literate. Previous experience in lithographic printing workflows. Experience of colour separations. Proficiency in key design and pre-press software, including the Adobe Suite. A good understanding of colour management in print is advantageous. The candidate must have great attention to detail. Friendly, approachable and flexible – a team playerTHRIVE GROUP IS ACTING AS A RECRUITMENT BUSINESS INDWAK