Print Operative

We are on the search for a detail-orientated operator with a strong background in digital printing. This is an opportunity to join one of the largest digital printing companies in the continent. Continually pushing the boundaries of print technology, they need a strong multi-tasker who has experience working in a fast-paced print production environment and working to tight deadlines.

Key roles and responsibilities:
·         Ensure each job is signed off as correct before full production commences and signed off as complete at the end.

·         Confirm all jobs have first off approvals either full-scale or mini proofs.

·         Internally source material for each job and set up the machine correctly.

·         Completion of print jobs in line with the production plan and successful interpretation of job cards/work instructions to customer specifications.

·         Operate the IDC and rip jobs to the print machine.

·         Completion of production paperwork i.e handover sheets/count sheets.

·         Identification and resolution of machine troubleshooting.

·         Upon completion of jobs, transport to the finishing team with the associated paperwork.

·         Report any deviations relating to the job card and/or materials to the Department Manager

·         Support the whole team in the efficient running of the department.

·         Ensure quality checks are completed as per Company process.

·         Observe all print processes and inspect products to verify conformance to specifications.

·         Ensure all products, materials and waste are clearly labelled and identified.

·         Review system paperwork such as job cards for information and any other instructions. provided such as spreadsheets for accurate and efficient production.

·         Work alongside less experienced members of the team and provide on-job training/coaching where necessary.

·         Work alongside other functions within the production area as required in order to ensure production output meets dispatch requirements.

·         Maintain a clean and safe working environment in line with Health & Safety guidelines

·         Report any breakdown, defects or rejections to the appropriate Manager.

·         Ensure that all waste is being disposed of in accordance with Company procedures and systems.

·         Report any accidents, near misses or any instances where environmental procedures are broken or ignored.

·         Comply with Health & Safety, ISO, Safe Systems of Work standards and workplace. legislation, including ensuring that your work area is maintained in a clean, safe and tidy manner, that all equipment is used safely and according to instructions, and that work is carried out to ensure no risk to yourself, other employees and visitors.

·         Undertake and participate in training as required by the Company.

·         Perform additional reasonable duties as required by the business from time to time to ensure the effective and efficient running of the operations teams.

Skills & Requirements:

·         Solid digital printing background and experience.

·         Experience working in a fast-paced production/print role.

·         Strong teamwork and communication skills.

·         Ability to use own initiative and ‘think outside of the box’.

·         Detail-oriented, ability to multi-task and work to tight deadlines.

·         Demonstrate personal time management and people skills.

·         Using logic and reasoning to identify solutions to problems.

·         Flexibility on start and finish times to match customer requirements and sudden changes in dispatch requirement.

·         Ability to work 12-hour shifts.

The current working pattern operates on a 12-hour shift basis over a four-week period (rotating including day and night shifts).