Company Profile
The company is a leading supplier of printed flexible packaging solutions. They are currently seeking a Printing Press Lead Operator to join their team.
Title:
Printing Press Lead Operator
Salary:
£35,000 - £45,000
Role and Responsibilities
1. Operate and set up a flexographic printing press, supporting manufacturing operations to meet sales and profit targets.
2. Promote cooperation with site colleagues and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
3. Maintain housekeeping standards to care for equipment and ensure a clean, hazard-free work environment.
4. Operate the press at optimum speed, following all job instructions and quality standards.
5. Follow safety procedures, wear PPE, and conduct pre-inspections; report equipment malfunctions to support teams or management.
6. Clean printing plates, anilox rolls, and adhere to operator maintenance programs.
7. Monitor ink viscosity and ensure adherence to quality guidelines, including customer-specific requirements and standards such as the x-rite system.
8. Maintain world-class print quality and accurately record production data.
9. Meet or exceed targeted standards, correct non-conformances, and perform preventative maintenance as scheduled.
10. Work safely, following all safety policies and procedures, including BRC and FSC Chain of Custody requirements.
11. Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisors or management.
12. Establish and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with a positive attitude toward teamwork.
13. Maintain health and safety standards and report concerns, near misses, and incidents for investigation.
14. In the absence of the Printing Press Lead Operator, responsibilities are taken over by the Production Manager.
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