Flexographic Printer (Ref: PK8844)

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Commutable from - Newport / Bridgnorth / Albrighton / Codsall / Wombourne / Shrewsbury / Wolverhampton / Stafford / Cannock / Penkridge / Kidderminster / Stourbridge / Kingswinford / Rugeley (contact me for further location details)

SALARY: DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE + 22 DAYS HOLIDAY (25 DAYS AFTER 4 YEARS + 3X DEATH IN SERVICE)

ROTATING SHIFTS: 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm

Our client is a leading UK-based manufacturer specialising in innovative and sustainable flexible packaging solutions. They have recently had a £4M site investment reinforcing their commitment to growth and cutting-edge production. The company serves a range of sectors, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, pet care, and personal care products.

Due to the investment, they are now looking to recruit a Flexographic Printer to join their team. The chosen candidate will be operating a brand new Soma Press.

Role Overview:
The role encompasses the operation of flexo printing presses, ensuring that designs are printed within a target timeframe and to the customer specification. To co-ordinate and manage the safe operation of the press and supervise the assistant ensuring all best practices are adhered to. Organise ancillary products/equipment to provide a well organised and safe place of work including the distribution facility for raw materials, WIP and finished goods ensuring materials are available as required for the next process.

Responsibilities:

• Previous experience running a Soma Press would be of an advantage however my client will consider other wide web presses printing up to 8 col
• Ensure health & safety requirements within the departments are adhered to at all times
• To ensure that all print personnel are operating in a safe manner
• To be responsible for the operation of the press
• To minimise downtime and waste within the print department departments
• To develop the efficiency of machine performance by effective trouble shooting and implementing improvements using CI techniques
• To be responsible for the consumable items used within the print department
• The effective supervision of the print assistant within the operations, ensuring that all staff have the skills necessary to complete their roles to a high and safe standard
• Take due care and attention of equipment and resources with particular regard to Health & Safety, hygiene, good housekeeping and basic maintenance
• To ensure that Health, Safety and Hygiene procedures are followed at all times, including compliance with BRC criteria
• Carry out effective shift handovers to ensure continued quality and avoid unnecessary downtime issues
• Ensure press speeds are constantly optimised