Uv Flexographic Printer

UV Flexographic Printer
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Up to £40,000 based on experience
We have an exciting opportunity to join a multi-award-winning labels and flexible packaging company based in Leeds, working as an experienced UV Flexographic Printer.
The business works with some of the most famous household brands in the world, manufacturing packaging for products that we can guarantee are in your kitchen cupboards right now.

Due to continued growth, we’re looking for someone with experience of running (at a minimum) a 6 colour narrow web press.

The shift pattern for this role is triple shifts – you’ll do 1 week on each on a rotating basis:
6am-2pm Mon-Fri  /    2pm-10pm Mon-Fri   /  10pm-6am Sun-Thu
The Role:

- Identify & understand the print specification for each job
- Locate correct materials relating to individual job cards
- Ensure plates are mounted correctly
- Ensure inks are mixed to the correct colour match using the equipment provided
- Thread web through machine following correct route, set ink, varnish & register
- Setting of clock / counter for final reelage
- Setting of machine tensions for specific materials using controls
- Carrying out in process inspections, visual checks & highlighting any print faults
- Ensuring that all operations are carried out and complete necessary paperwork /Job cards completed to ISO standards as outlined in company manuals
- Responsibility for keeping a clean & organized working environment in accordance with the BRC/IoP requirements
- Working to strict deadlines whilst maintaining quality control
- Responsible for checking off other printer’s 1st off reels
- Contribute to a work environment that fosters pride in being part of a winning team and promotes personal growth
- To communicate fully with all relevant parties and assist whenever issues arise relating to your specific area of responsibility within the department
- To respond professionally and efficiently to any contact with inertial/external customers.

The Candidate:

- Proven experience as a Flexographic Printer with knowledge of either Nilpeter, Gallus, MPS or Mark Andy UV presses, either within the flexible packaging or labels industry
- A good eye for detail
- Have strong organisational skills and the ability to work with initiative
- Be calm, level-headed, and be able to work under pressure and meet production deadlines
- Be flexible and able to make decisions quickly
- Be comfortable working in a hands-on, practical situation
- Computer literate
- A flexible attitude towards overtime including the occasional weekend work / shift cover

 
Salary & Benefits

A competitive salary is on offer up to £40,000 based on experience for this role
Plus, great benefits including 23 days holidays plus Bank Holidays, company pension, onsite parking, onsite gym, death in service benefit, and more.
If you feel like you’re the perfect fit, please don’t hesitate to get in touch to be considered for this opportunity.