Flexographic Printer Operator in Weston-super-Mare

Flexographic Printer Operator in Weston-super-Mare

Weston-super-Mare Full-Time On-site
D&M Packaging

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Flexographic Printer to join our production team. The successful candidate will operate and maintain flexographic printing presses, ensuring the efficient and high-quality production of printed materials such as flexible film. This role requires technical knowledge, precision, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Flexographic Printer to join our production team. The successful candidate will operate and maintain flexographic printing presses, ensuring the efficient and high-quality production of printed materials such as flexible film. This role requires technical knowledge, precision, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate flexographic printing presses (KBA, Comiflex brands)
  • Perform press checks to ensure colour accuracy, print quality, and registration
  • Monitor press operation and make adjustments as necessary to maintain output quality
  • Mix and manage ink formulations to match colour standards
  • Maintain accurate production records and logs
  • Clean and maintain presses, anilox rollers, and related equipment
  • Troubleshoot press issues and perform minor repairs or adjustments
  • Ensure compliance with company safety procedures and quality standards
  • Collaborate with the prepress, finishing, and quality control teams

Requirements

  • Secondary School Education
  • 2+ years of experience operating flexographic printing presses
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
  • Familiarity with solvent-based inks
  • Ability to read and interpret job cards, colour standards, and technical drawings
  • Good understanding of print quality control practices and colour matching
  • Capable of lifting materials and standing for long periods in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexibility to work rotating shifts and overtime as required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with narrow-web or wide-web flexo printing

Benefits

  • Competitive pay with shift differentials

Compensation: TBC

D&M Packaging

Contact Details:

D&M Packaging Recruitment Team