Flexographic Printing Technician

Elevation Recruitment Group's Skilled Shop Floor Team are delighted to be partnering with a well-established manufacturing business based in Doncaster. We are currently supporting the business in their search for a Skilled Flexographic Print Machine Operator to join their team.

Hours: Monday - Thursday 08.00am – 05.00pm

Salary: £40,000

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safely operate machinery whilst ensuring that products are manufactured in accordance with Customer requirements and quality standards
• Identify and correct product quality issues
• Record production data that ensures full product traceability
• Ensure that all duties are undertaken in compliance with the company's policies and procedures
• Deliver achievement of the production plan by ensuring material yield and machine availability is optimised
• Ensure that a safe work environment exists by adhering to the company health and safety and environment policies and ensuring full compliance with relevant legislation

Role Requirements:

• Previous experience of setting and operating Flexographic print equipment
• Ensuring the consistent production of high-quality printed products whilst maintaining Quality and optimising Press speeds
• Maintain a high level of quality, accuracy, and productivity to make sure efficient day to day running of the flexographic printing press
• Ensure that press speeds are optimised, maximising uptime and minimising downtime. Continually checking on safe and efficient operation
• Pro-active approach so the print machine always runs smoothly; observe the process and spot any issues that may arise, assess, evaluate root cause and use problem-solving skills to correct and rectify
• A good understanding of colour and colour mixes
• Able to understand and follow clear work instructions
• Effective communication skills, both verbal & written
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict delivery deadlines
• Ability to work as a team as well as on own initiative and contribute to the continuous improvement activities
• Ability to read product drawings
• Ability to perform effectively in a volume manufacturing industry environment
• Capable and multi-skilled with a ‘can do’ attitude and willingness to support the business

If you’re looking for a long-term opportunity where you can develop new skills and grow within a leading manufacturer, apply today or contact Amy Scrafield at Elevation Recruitment for more information.