Card Machine Operator - Embossing and Die Cutting

Card Factory; Baildon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in card manufacturing is seeking a Large Sheet Finishing Operator for their site in Baildon. This role offers the chance to work with state-of-the-art machines in a dynamic environment. Successful candidates will have a strong background in machine operation, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to high-quality standards.

Benefits

25% Card Factory colleague discount in-store and online

Financial Wellbeing Support

Seasonal incentive schemes

Access to blended learning and development content

Discounts across 100’s of UK retailers

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of large sheet finishing/embossing equipment.
• Experience operating state-of-the-art large machinery.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Operate various large sheet-finishing machines, including embossing machines.
• Maintain high standards of house-keeping and Health & Safety.
• Communicate effectively at all levels within the team.

Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Tools

Large Sheet Finishing Equipment

Job description

Job Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Large Sheet Finishing Operator to join our card manufacturing site, Printcraft, in Baildon. Printcraftmanufactures the groups UK greetings cards, wrap and POS for stores. It is a forward-thinking business with the state of the art equipment operating a large site 24/7, we produce around ¼ billion items per annum.

The business is in an exciting phase of growth and investment to cement our success for the next number of years. It is a great time to join the company while we operate lithographic print and finishing equipment to supply high quality, volume products.

Scope and purpose of the role

To operate various large sheet-finishing machines to include embossing machines to their optimum. This role is working on a 3 shift working pattern, working earlies, lates and nights. An excellent understanding of large sheet finishing of greeting cards along with a good eye for detail is require.

Role Responsibility

• Operators are multi skilled to operate different machines including being able to emboss
• Operators need to have a practical approach and be confident at problem solving
• Excellent team working skills with a good attitude
• To be able to communicate at all levels
• Good level and high standards of house-keeping and Health & Safety within the department

The Ideal Candidate

• Excellent Knowledge of large sheet finishing/embossing equipment
• Excellent practical and technical skills
• Experience of operating state of the art large machinery
• Must be able to work to tight deadlines

About the Company

cardfactory is the UK’s leading specialist retailer of greeting cards, dressings, and gifts with over one thousand stores across the UK and Ireland. In 2020 we launched our exciting 5-year business strategy including our vision of becoming a true Omni-channel retailer. This strategy sees significant investment into our colleagues across the business creating multiple opportunities to join a fast-paced environment and be part of our exciting journey.

In return, we offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being.

• 25% Card Factory colleague discount in-store and online
• Financial Wellbeing Support
  • Financial Education Tools
  • Salary Advance
• Seasonal incentive schemes
• Access to blended learning and development content
• Discounts across 100’s of UK retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to tools to support mental, physical, and financial wellbeing

This is an exciting role with genuine prospects for the right candidate. If this role describes you and your career aspirations, click apply now.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment as applications will be reviewed regularly.

Location 6 Acorn Park Baildon Shipley, United Kingdom