Trainee Digital Print Operator

A leading & innovative British trade manufacturer of a wide range of corporate & promotional merchandise & beautiful gifts. They design, manufacture, print & finish all of the products they sell on site, with many unique products made from sustainable materials. Based in rural Herefordshire, they employ 60 people at their factory in a team that has won many industry awards for their products and services. Sustainability is at the core of what they do, they are members of the trade association (the BPMA) with ISO9001 Quality & ISO14001 Environmental certification. They are also Sedex (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) registered, members of Made in Britain, corporate supporters of The Woodland Trust & Herefordshire Wildlife Trust. They are also partnered with Ecologi & charitable supporters of The Hope Centre in Bromyard. The company believes in & prides itself in rewarding honesty, hard work, efficiency & creativity.

As a Digital Print Operator, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining printing equipment to produce high-quality printed materials.

• Operation of digital printing machinery
• Set up and adjust printing equipment according to job specifications
• Monitor the printing process to ensure quality and consistency
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that may arise during the printing process
• Perform routine maintenance on printing equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and deadlines
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organised work area
• You will be expected to carry out any other duties that may reasonably be required by the company

The company reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities of the post holder at any time according to the needs of the company’s business.

The Digital Print Operator should be capable of adapting to changes in technology, processes, and be open to innovation and continuous improvement in printing processes and techniques. They should have the ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute positively to a team environment and have the ability to handle the pressures and demands of a fast-paced production environment.

• Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience is highly preferred but not essential, a strong work ethic and willingness to learn are of key importance.
• Needs to be competent on computers. The role includes using Mac and Windows based computers, candidate must be comfortable with their IT skills.
• Ability to read and interpret job orders and specifications.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work.
• Ability to work accurately and methodically under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high quality standards.
• Initiative, with problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to communicate effectively across departments and with management.
• Self-motivated and reliable, and can work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrable desire to learn printing, especially if no previous experience in the field.

• Desirable: GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and English at grade C (or equivalent) or above.
• Diploma or City & Guilds in printing or similar highly desirable, but not essential.
• Any other relevant qualifications or certifications in print, production or related field highly desirable, but not necessary for the right candidate.

• Desirable: Driving license due to location.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.