Printer-1 in Wigan

Join Saica Flex, a division of the Saica Group specializing in flexible packaging and labeling. At Saica Flex, we have a challenge: to drive and develop sustainable solutions based on the principles of the circular economy. We believe in talent, professional growth, and making a positive impact on the world. If you're looking for a dynamic environment where every day is an opportunity to innovate and create a better world, Saica Group is the place for you!

At Saica Group, we are more than an organisation; we are a community committed to driving sustainable paper solutions for corrugated board and packaging while championing circularity in waste management. With over 10,000 colleagues in 11 countries, our rich history spanning 80 years and our unwavering dedication to our mission and values, we invite you to be part of a journey that leaves a lasting impact.

Our Flex division produces a range of flexible plastic films, with our site in Wigan manufacturing products for major food retailers and suppliers. We are now seeking a motivated candidate to join our team and build a career in the print industry.

Sustainability at Saica begins with our values – we care, we value and we challenge.

About the role:

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Printer to join our team. You will be responsible for leading and operating a flexographic print machine whilst ensuring your print operations are conducted in a safe and controlled manner in line with the required standards and operating procedures. You will be reporting to the shift manager.

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate print machinery to optimum levels in a safe working manner, ensuring that the machinery and surrounding area are maintained in line with required health, safety, environmental, hygiene and housekeeping standards.
• Ensure that all spills are logged and cleaned immediately.
• Ensure colleagues working on the press are also operating in a safe way and are aware of and understand the required operating standards.
• Deliver and sign off work in line with production orders, proactively monitoring and controlling print quality.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards e.g. BRC, ISO & A2 permit.
• Carry out print inspections & troubleshoot issues with the printing press or print quality.
• Maintain lean manufacturing principles including 5s and SMED.
• Complete all paperwork and electronic data in a timely manner.
• Perform press change over and run speeds in line with KPI’s.
• Quality focused, with a high level of attention to detail.

Qualifications:

• Fully trained Flexographic Printer – relevant Print qualifications City + Guilds or NVQ Level 2 or 3 an advantage.
• Good level of literacy and numeracy, preferably GCSE level in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Extensive flexographic print experience, specifically with experience of solvent based inks and wide web presses.
• Strong background in manufacturing, either label or packaging printing.
• Considerable exposure to quality, health, safety and environmental standards and practices within a production setting.

What do we offer?

• Friendly atmosphere
• Progression
• Employee of the Month Award (monthly and annually)
• Holiday entitlement 22 days inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Company Sick Pay Scheme (available after 12 months of continuous service)
• Refer a Friend Scheme of £500
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Discount Platform
• Eye test vouchers
• Free Tea/Coffee

Saica Group is committed to Occupational Risk Prevention for its employees and partner companies, Environmental Protection, the Quality of its products and services, and Equal Opportunities between men and women. In our work, we strive to maintain a balance between professional and personal life.