Trainee Printer 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!

We are offering an exciting opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment alongside our expert team. You will be responsible for supporting the Lead Printer with operating a flexographic print machine whilst ensuring that print operations are conducted in a safe and controlled manner in line with the required standards and operating procedures. During this time, you will be trained in partnership with the BPIF in the completion of a print operation course, designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the print sector.

Trainee Printer – Responsibilities:

• Help 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.
• Operate in line with site health and safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Work in line with site standards for BRC, ISO & A2 environmental.
• Operate processes in line with lean manufacturing techniques including SMED and the 5S principles.
• When required, participate in continuous improvement initiatives within Production.
• Maintain press consumables to ensure a continuous supply including loading/offloading of master reels and loading/offloading of inks on the print press.
• Manage and operate the press in the absence of the Lead Printer, including rest breaks.
• Spot and report any non-conformities to the Lead Printer or Shift Manager and support resolution as required.
• Assist with general cleaning and maintenance of print equipment.
• Work with colleagues in other areas e.g. Ink Technicians, Mounters etc. to maintain production standards.

What we need from you:

• Part or fully trained Printer, preferably with flexographic experience.
• Additional qualifications e.g. fire safety, first aid etc. an advantage but not essential.
• Good level of literacy and numeracy, preferably GCSE level in English and Maths.
• Ideally previous print experience.
• Background in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Exposure to Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement techniques an advantage.
• Exposure to quality, health, safety and environmental standards and practices within a production setting also an advantage.
• Fluent English – ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and understand both written and verbal work instructions.

Print roles operate across the following shift patterns: Printers operating the F&K machine, they will work a 12 hour shift pattern, spread over a rotating 4 week cycle. This will typically be: Week 1 – 4 nights, 3 off; Week 2 – 3 days, 1 off, 3 nights; Week 3 – 3 off, 4 days; Week 4 – 7 off. A reasonable level of fitness is required as the role involves some physical activity e.g. lifting & bending.

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.

By joining the Saica Group, you're choosing more than a job – you're choosing a purpose-driven career that aligns with your values. You'll collaborate with like-minded individuals to shape a sustainable future, making a meaningful contribution to our world. 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.