Flexographic Print Operator
Salary: £15.50-£18.50 per hour, depending on experience
Hours: 48 hours per week | Rotating 12-hour shifts
Shift pattern: 06:30-18:30 / 18:30-06:30
We are recruiting for an experienced Flexographic Print Operator to join a busy manufacturing environment specialising in flexible packaging.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced printer with a strong background in flexographic printing who takes pride in producing high-quality work, maintaining production efficiency and meeting strict customer specifications.
The Role
As a Flexographic Print Operator, you will be responsible for setting up and operating a wide-web flexographic printing press, producing high-quality designs across a range of flexible plastic substrates and paper.
Key responsibilities include:
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Setting up and operating flexographic printing machinery to produce high-quality designs up to eight colours.
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Maintaining excellent standards of print quality, accuracy and productivity.
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Optimising press speeds to maximise output and minimise downtime.
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Monitoring the printing process, identifying potential issues and troubleshooting problems.
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Escalating maintenance issues and working with the relevant departments to resolve production problems.
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Reporting quality concerns that could affect finished products.
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Working with solvent-based inks and ensuring materials are available to meet production requirements.
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Carrying out basic maintenance and cleaning of printing machinery.
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Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards and completing 5S activities.
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Completing thorough shift handovers to ensure a smooth transition between teams.
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Supporting and training new starters where required.
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Following BRC procedures, health and safety requirements and established quality standards.
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Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the production process.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
- 3-5 years' experience in flexographic printing.
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Experience operating wide-web flexographic printing presses.
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Knowledge of lamination and slitting processes.
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Experience with print mounting processes.
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Knowledge of solvent-based inks and flexible packaging materials.
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Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
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Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
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The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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A proactive approach to maintaining production efficiency and minimising downtime.
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An understanding of BRC standards and safe working practices.
What's on Offer?
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£15.50-£18.50 per hour, depending on experience.
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48 hours per week.
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Rotating 12-hour day and night shifts.
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Paid breaks.
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The opportunity to work with specialist flexographic printing equipment within a manufacturing environment.
Interested?
If you're an experienced Flexographic Print Operator looking for your next opportunity, apply today to find out more.
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