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Our client is a highly reputable organisation specialising in full-colour printing solutions business, offering a solution to all print marketing needs including design, digital media, exhibition graphics and business gifts. They comprehensive solution for all marketing needs, including design, digital media, exhibition graphics, and business gifts. With a strong focus on producing high-quality printed products. They are seeking an experienced Print Finishing Manager or Supervisor to report into the Works Manager. The ideal candidate will possess leadership skills and have a strong operational background in commercial print finishing. You will motivate a team of operators, manage workflow, and ensure productivity and quality. The role involves operating printing machinery, including folding machines, laminators, cylinder presses, and stitching machines. Dealing with:
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a team of 6 print finishing operators, working across different shifts
- Working on Folding Machines (MBO), Laminators (Autobond), Cylinder Presses (Heidelberg) and Stitching Machines (Mller-Martini)
- 80% of the role involves hands-on print finishing work; 20% will be supervisory duties, including team management and quality control
- Operate print finishing machines and ensure the highest standards of quality
- Decision-making on job quality, production efficiency, and workflow
- Ensure all jobs meet internal quality control standards
- Manage the print finishing department during peak and off-peak periods
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
- Ensure timely completion of print projects, including occasional overtime)
What Were Looking For:
- Ideally 5 years of print finishing experience (required)
- Print stitch experience is essential
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment
- Proven leadership skills with a hands-on approach to managing workflow
- Willingness to work overtime when required
- Solid experience with commercial litho print finishing processes
- Experience in folding and stitching within a commercial print environment (ideally with Mller stitching line)
- Experience with educational print (preferred)
- Familiarity with paper and card printing techniques
Whats on offer:
- Attractive benefits package
- A supportive team environment with opportunities for growth and promotion from within
- Free parking
- 25 days of annual leave plus 5 days over Christmas
