Digital Finishing Operator - Large Format & CNC Cutting
2 positions open due to further expansion
ARC Document Solutions UK | Dartford, Kent
Permanent | Full-time
Who We Are
ARC creates print, signage, environmental graphics and document solutions for clients in retail, construction, hospitality, property, events and more. Our client list includes household names such as Netflix, Google, Amazon, Chanel and Harrods. We run production sites in Dartford and Bridgwater, have service locations across the UK, and belong to a network of over 140 sites worldwide. That means we can handle a project from first design to final install, with the reach of a global business and the personal service of a local one.
Hoarding graphics, wall murals, window manifestations, fabric displays and illuminated signs are all part of a normal day for us.
The Opportunity
Our Dartford production team is growing, and we need 2 skilled finishers who take pride in their work. You'll take printed output and turn it into finished, quality-checked products for shops, construction sites, workplaces and events. You'll work alongside our print, production and installation colleagues, and every job you finish needs to be accurate and ready on time.
Hands-on experience running digital flatbed or CNC cutters (such as Zund, Kongsberg, Summa or JWEI) is a must.
What Your Day Will Involve
- Setting up, running and looking after digital flatbed / CNC cutting tables (Zund, Kongsberg, Summa, JWEI) to cut flexible media and rigid boards precisely
- Finishing a wide mix of products: banners, posters, signs, tension fabrics, exhibition and event graphics, vinyl, wallpaper, murals, window and floor graphics, and hoarding panels
- Using other finishing kit such as guillotines, laminators, cutting tables and vinyl application tools
- Trimming, creasing, folding, mounting, laminating, eyeleting, fabric stretching and assembly, all to the job brief
- Applying vinyl and printed graphics to a variety of substrates and surfaces
- Measuring carefully and checking every piece against its specification
- Inspecting completed work for colour, print quality, alignment, trimming and any defects
- Flagging production or quality problems straight away
- Packing finished items securely for collection, delivery or installation
- Keeping your work area tidy, organised and safe
- Hitting deadlines without letting accuracy slip
- Following ARC's health and safety rules and machine operating procedures
- Helping out across production when needed
- Managing your own workload while being part of a close team
What You'll Bring
- Proven practical experience on CNC / digital cutting systems (Zund, Kongsberg, Summa, JWEI or similar)
- A background in large format finishing or print production
- Sound knowledge of how large format work is produced and finished
- Confidence with finishing machinery and hand tools
- A sharp eye for detail and high standards
- The ability to read job sheets and follow them precisely
- Good organisation and time management
- The ability to stay efficient and on schedule when it's busyA practical, can-do approach to fixing problems
- Clear communication and good teamwork
- The ability to handle large, heavy or awkward materials safely
Useful Extras
- Vinyl application, including vehicle livery
- Banner hemming and eyeleting
- Hot and cold laminating
- Mounting prints onto boards and other substrates
- Display and exhibition products such as roller banners, fabric frames, lightboxes and flags
- Wallpaper and wall-covering production
- Sign assembly, including built-up 3D letters
- Construction hoarding graphics
- Fitting large format graphics on site
The Kind of Person We're Looking For
- Dependable and always on time
- Practical and happy to get stuck in
- Careful, with a strong sense of quality
- Positive and eager to keep learning
- Good at prioritising
- Calm under tight deadlines
- Safety-aware
- Comfortable working on your own or as part of a team
- Willing to support colleagues across the department
The Workplace
You'll be based in our busy Dartford production centre. The role is physical: you'll often be on your feet for long spells, moving and lifting prints and substrates, and working with large format machinery.
Why Join ARC?
- Competitive pay that reflects your experience
- A permanent, full-time position
- Ongoing training and development
- A friendly team that supports each other
- Opportunities to build skills in print, finishing, signage and installation
- Varied, high-profile work for some of the world's biggest brands
- The security and career paths of an international company, with a local team feel
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CNC Print Operator in Dartford employer: ARC UK Technologies Ltd
Join a dynamic team where your attention to detail and commitment to quality will shine in the final stages of production. With comprehensive training provided, this role not only offers a chance to develop your skills in print finishing but also opens doors to further career advancement within the company. Enjoy a supportive work culture that values accuracy and teamwork, all while working in a fast-paced environment that prioritises both personal growth and client satisfaction.
