Flexographic Print Operator

Job Description

Flexographic Print Operator\n

Salary: £15.50-£18.50 per hour, depending on experience

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Hours: 48 hours per week | Rotating 12-hour shifts

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Shift pattern: 06:30-18:30 / 18:30-06:30

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We are recruiting for an experienced Flexographic Print Operator to join a busy manufacturing environment specialising in flexible packaging.

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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\n

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.

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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.

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About You\n

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

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  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.

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What's on Offer?\n

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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.

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Interested?\n

If you're an experienced Flexographic Print Operator looking for your next opportunity, apply today to find out more.