ENVELOPE MACHINE SETTER
BRADFORD
£Dependent on experience + 20 days holiday + bank holidays, plus 1 additional day per full year of service up to 5 years (max 25 days + bank holidays)
36-hour double day shift: Earlies: 06:30-14:00 Mon-Thurs, 06:30-12:30 Fri
Lates: 14:00-21:45 Mon-Thurs, 12:30-17:30 Fri
Our client is seeking a skilled Machine Setter to join a busy, innovative envelopes and packaging business. Ideally, candidates will have experience setting and running a 102 WD Envelope Machine, though we understand this is rare. The client is are happy to consider individuals with a strong mechanical engineering background who have transferable skills and a passion for learning, as full training can be provided.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Run and monitor the 102 reel-fed Envelope machine
2. Start up machines and load reels
3. Dispense ink according to schedule
4. Maintain glue buckets and ensure materials are available at the machine
5. Keep workstations and machines clean and tidy
6. Return unused raw materials to stock
7. Replenish ink and glue IBCs
8. Perform hourly quality checks
9. Stand in for packers during breaks
10. Strip down pumps, diagnose and repair faults
11. Carry out weekly machine maintenance
Setting Machine / Setup Duties:
12. Learn which knife profiles correspond to envelope sizes and install knives
13. Set up the print unit, including Anilox roller, doctor blades, and print unit if required
14. Change gummers as needed
15. Wash out and change components to ensure quality production
Required Skills and Attributes:
16. Mechanical background (essential)
17. Flexible and able to use initiative
18. Strong attention to detail to ensure top-quality envelopes at high speeds
19. Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
20. Willingness to learn machine-specific skills
This is a fantastic opportunity for a mechanically-minded individual to develop expertise in envelope production within a growing, dynamic company.
To apply please send a copy of your CV