Flexographic Printer (Ref: PK8662)

NEW VACANCY! (PK8662)

FLEXOGRAPHIC PRINTER

LANCASHIRE

SALARY: £DOE + Overtime + Weekend Rates + Company Bonus Scheme + Life Insurance + Employee Assistant Program + Referral Scheme

38.5 HOURS A WEEK / NO WEEKENDS / 12 HOUR CONTINENTALS

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Our client has been established for over 30 years and are a leader in the flexible packaging and film industry! the company has consistently provided long-term, secure employment opportunities. They hold BRC certification and is an approved food packaging supplier to leading manufacturers in the UK and internationally.

The company takes pride in its innovative approach to product design and manufacturing, as well as its excellent reputation for delivering high-quality customer service. Their success is built on a unique combination of technical collaboration, innovation, exceptional service, and, most importantly, the skills, teamwork, and dedication of its employees.

They are currently looking to recruit a Flexographic Printer to join their team. You will play a pivotal role in creating high quality products. Candidates with print experience are ideal, and an NVQ in Print is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilies:

• Operating both manual and semi-automatic machines, which range from 4 colour stack presses to an 8 colour CI press
• Monitoring machinery output to exceed and deliver targets
• Identify and resolve print issues
• Completing shift handovers to ensure a smooth transition and continuous production.
• Ensuring the machinery is in an appropriate operational condition and that the next shift has been briefed on where production is up to and any other relevant production issues
• Optimising the change overs, as H&S and quality allow
• Mounting print plates and colour matching as required
• Operating processes in line with lean manufacturing techniques including SMED and the 5S principles
• Maintaining a clean, safe working environment.
• Ensuring that all spills are logged and cleaned immediately.
• Ensuring your colleagues are working in a safe way within your area

Requirements:

• Ideally with print experience
• NVQ in Print (Desirable but not essential)
• Meticulous with a real eye for detail
• Can work under own initiative
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline intensive environment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrates excellent time-keeping and attendance