To produce high-quality printed products using manual and semi-automatic screen printing equipment, ensuring all work meets customer specifications, company quality standards and production deadlines.
The successful candidate will work across a range of printed products including industrial nameplates, labels, decals, signs and bespoke printed components for customers within sectors including aerospace, automotive and manufacturing. Rudd Macnamara prints onto a wide range of metal and plastic substrates using semi-automatic screen printing equipment and maintains AS9100 and ISO9001 quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Screen Printing
* Set up manual and semi-automatic screen printing machines.
* Prepare screens, inks and substrates ready for production.
* Mix inks to customer specifications and colour requirements.
* Print onto a variety of materials including:
* Other plastic substrates
* Ensure correct registration and colour accuracy.
* Carry out print runs efficiently whilst maintaining quality standards.
* Complete first-off inspections before commencing production.
Quality
* Inspect printed products throughout production.
* Ensure all work meets customer drawings and specifications.
* Identify print defects including:
* Mis-registration
* Colour variation
* Ink contamination
* Smudging
* Pinholes
* Poor adhesion
* Complete quality documentation where required.
* Report quality concerns immediately.
* Support AS9100 and ISO9001 quality systems.
Skills & Experience
Essential
* Previous experience within screen printing or print production.
* Good attention to detail.
* Excellent colour recognition.
* Ability to read production paperwork and work instructions.
* Good manual dexterity.
* Ability to work accurately under pressure.
* Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
* Good communication skills.
* Reliable and punctual.
* MUST have a minimum of 6 months screen printing experience
Salary description
£12.71 - £14.00 per hour