Job Title: No2 Lithographic Printer
Location: Staffordshire
Hours: Double day shifts
o Earlies (Week 1)
Monday - Thursday 6:00am to 1.25pm Friday 6.00am to 1.00pm
o Lates (Week 2):
Monday - Thursday 1.20pm to 9.00pm Friday 12.55pm to 6.55pm
Salary: Dependent On Experience
Holiday: 25 days' holiday + Bank Holidays off - Free parking on site
About my Client:
My client is one of the top UK manufacturers of printed Packaging and Patient Information Leaflets, with a strong heritage of providing specialist packaging services to the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Now looking to expand their team they're searching for No2 Lithographic Printers to join the company.
Key responsibilities of a No2 Lithographic Printer:
Operate Komori 6 colour press with in-line coater and appropriate dry systems
Ensure all Work Ticket instructions and job specifics are followed and correct materials used
Produce high quality printed products and be accountable for own work
Utilise skills and experience to maximise production output
Liaise where necessary with internal departments to ensure jobs are produced correctly and on time
Carry out routine maintenance of press as per manufacturer's recommended guidelines to ensure safe and efficient machine operation
Supervise the activities of other team members working on the press. Provide clear guidance and instruction where required to ensure safe working practices and smooth running of production
Ensure SOP's and company procedures are adhered to at all times
Assist the printer with all aspects of press make ready, operation and wash-up
Responsible for continually loading the press feeder with board and keeping the press delivery clear
Operate the Feeder Non-Stop Pile changing system and also adjust and set the feeder head, in-feed and feeder mechanisms where necessary, to ensure efficient operation of the press feeder
Follow the make ready protocol procedure ensuring correct plates and materials are in position for the next job
Assist and/or carry out routine maintenance of press as per manufacturer's recommended guidelines to ensure safe and efficient machine operation
Maintain stock level of press cleaning consumables and associated systems
At job completion, return any unused materials and dispose of any waste as per company procedure
Ensure the press and surrounding area is kept clean and tidy
Ensure adherence at all times to the Company's Quality Assurance Policies and Procedures and maintain compliance to appropriate standards
Key skills needed for a No2 Lithographic Printer:
Must be a fully qualified Lithographic Printer, fully conversant with all aspects of Carton printing
A good decision maker; able to work without supervision; able to assess and solve day to day print production issues
Must have excellent communication skills and able to work as part of a team
Able to understand and follow job specifications with a high attention to detail
Able to follow instructions to operate equipment safely
Experience required for a No2 Lithographic Printer:
Minimum 3-5 years of operating 6 colour Litho press, with at least 3 years UV Carton Printing or similar Packaging Manufacturing experience
Mathematics and English GCSE level or equivalent
Interviews are being conducted as soon as possible for this vacancy, so if you are interested please get in touch as soon as possible and register your details with us
Please note; we will not pass on any of your details without prior consent!
Key words; Packaging / Lithographic / Litho Printer / Printer / Carton