WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?
- Permanent - Full time role
- £32k to 36k (Negotiable and DOE)
- Middlesbrough location
- Dayshift - Mon to Fri
- Hours: 7am-4:30pm - Flexibility required to work longer shifts for busy/peak production periods
- Excellent overtime rates are available
- 22 holidays plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Supportive culture, inclusive environment and a growing employer
THE BUSINESS
Our client is a leading provider of high-quality print finishing and converting services, serving a wide range of industries across the UK. They pride themselves on delivering precision, reliability, and excellent customer service. They have invested heavily in new machinery, have a very low staff turnover and very big on personal development. This is a great opportunity to build a long-term career.
Due to ambitious growth plans and a very strong order book they are looking for a motivated and reliable Flexographic Print Operator to join their production team in Middlesbrough.
As a Flexographic Rotary Press Operator, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining flexographic rotary presses to produce high-quality printed products in line with customer specifications and production targets.
You’ll be working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where attention to detail, consistency, and teamwork are key.
THE ROLE
- You will operate flexographic printing presses Mark Andy 8 colour press with cold foil and lamination.
- Optional training on UV INKJET and digital variable data press
- You will be operating printing presses, including wide and/or narrow web flexographic presses
- UV and water-based ink systems
- You will operate Inline finishing equipment (die-cutting, laminating, varnishing, etc.)
- Plate mounting and anilox systems
- (Full training will be provided on specific machinery where required.)
- Set up and run flexographic rotary presses efficiently and safely
- Achieve consistent print quality to agreed standards
- Monitor colour, registration, and print performance throughout production
- Carry out basic maintenance and troubleshooting
- Complete production paperwork and quality checks
- Work closely with supervisors and team members to meet deadlines
- Follow all health, safety, and quality procedures
- Monitor machine performance and ensure consistent product quality
- Carry out basic machine setup, adjustments, and routine maintenance
- Assist with production tasks as required
THE PERSON
- Previous print or machine experience is required for this role
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
- Willingness to work 12 hour shifts as and when required during peak periods
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Proven experience as a Flexographic Rotary Press Operator would be advantageous
- Strong understanding of flexo printing processes and materials would be advantageous
- Good mechanical awareness and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
TO APPLY
Please send your updated CV to Harry Mann or apply direct by calling Westray Recruitment Group