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Print Assistant / Finisher
Location Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Rate of pay: £23.5k - £24.5k pa + shift allowance
Our client is seeking to appoint a Print Assistant / Finisher who will be responsible for:
- Ensuring the required materials are available in full and provided on time to the press.
- the final stages of the printing processes, which can include cutting, folding, rolling and packing of the finished product.
- Contributing to the high standard of finished product.
Specific duties will include:
- Working effectively with the Printer to help ensure maximum output of product.
- Removing and inspecting printed products from the machine and to notify the Printer of any quality issues.
- Bagging and packing finished product into boxes, ensuring that it is correctly labelled.
- Removing waste from the machine and disposing of it in the designated area.
- Undertaking regular cleaning / housekeeping within the print production area including machine cleaning.
- Undertaking pre-press activity in readiness for the next print run.
You are used to working in a fast-paced production environment and should already have experience as a Print Assistant / Print Finisher, undertaking the types of duties as outlined above. You will also be required to operate a forklift truck to move material and finished product, but dont worry if you dont have a current forklift truck license as our client is willing to provide training.
In terms of the type of person being sought, they are looking for someone who:
- is conscientious and well organised
- has a keen eye for detail
- is numerate
- can demonstrate good verbal communication skills
- is safety-conscious
- is a great team player and demonstrates a flexible approach to work.
This role involves extensive manual handling activities, and you will be on your feet for most of the day.
Workdays and hours: the shift pattern in operation is a split shift worked 6-2 / 2-10 Monday-Friday although you need to be willing and able to work on a 3-shift operation that includes nights if required. The role attracts a shift allowance when working a split shift or night shift. Parking is available on site and benefits include above average paid holidays and life insurance.
If you believe that you are a good match for this role then we would love to hear from you, so dont delay in submitting your application.
