Print Machine Operator

Print Machine Operator - Corrugated Packaging

Our client is an independent, family owned corrugated packaging manufacturer which specialise in packaging for the ecommerce industry, offering a standard product line as well as bespoke services.

They're looking for a Print Machine Operator to join their friendly team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining the machine, making sure it is working at full capacity. Reporting to the shift manager and cell leader, the successful candidate will be detail-oriented with strong technical skills and manage a small team.

Print Machine Operator - Corrugated Packaging

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate flexographic printing machines to produce high-quality printed materials on corrugated packaging.
• Monitor the printing process to ensure consistent print quality and adjust as necessary.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during the printing process.
• Coordinate with other team members to ensure production targets are met efficiently.
• Maintain accurate production records and reports.
• Lead and supervise their machine operation by communicating effectively with their machine teams and counterparts, providing machine team briefs at the start of the shift, to make sure their team is fully informed of their workload and requirements for the shift.
• Provide product expertise to their team and supports their team with the production workflow.
• Provide detailed shift handovers to other operators taking over the line, with focus on quality and any maintenance issues or irregularities during their shift.
• Feedback to the Management team to share ideas and improve operation, recommending, supporting, and implementing continuous improvement processes and procedures.
• Liaise and communicate with other departments and ensure an effective interface is maintained.

Print Machine Operator - Corrugated Packaging

Requirements:

• Relevant manufacturing experience in the corrugated industry with relevant experience of flexographic printing.
• Understanding of various product ranges within the packaging industry and quality control processes and requirements within the production schedule.
• Understanding of design and production costs to include waste, downtime, scrap and re-work.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to sustain and develop team working and team-based problem-solving.
• Computer literacy, able to use MRP's, (Material Resource Plan), such as ABACA PKG 3000.
• Ability to build effective relationships with work colleagues.
• Able to achieve results by setting high standards and committing to clear objectives with the ability to show resilience and a flexible approach.
• Enthusiasm and determination to excel.

Print Machine Operator - Corrugated Packaging

Remuneration:

• Starting salary of £30,500
• Shift work with 2 alternate rotational shifts - Early: 5:45 to 14:00 - Late 13:45 to 22:00
• Company pension
• 29 days holidays including Bank Holidays, increasing after two years, at one day for the next 3 years, to a total of 32 days.
• Quarterly Performance bonus scheme after 6 months service
• Free parking

*Please be aware this job description is a general overview and subject to change as per our clients' needs.

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