Colour Printing Press Operator, II

Zebra Technologies; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Preston is seeking a skilled Multi-Colored Converting Press Operator. The ideal candidate will have experience in operating multi-colored converting presses and a commitment to quality and efficiency. Responsibilities include running converting presses to produce high-quality labels, ensuring compliance with safety practices, and collaborating effectively with the team. This role offers competitive benefits, including 25 days of holiday and private medical cover.

Benefits

25 days holiday + public holidays

Up to 32 hours paid time off per year to volunteer

Pension Scheme with matched contribution up to 7%

Private medical cover

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 1-2 years similar work experience required.
• Must demonstrate excellent mechanical abilities.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Run multi-colored converting presses to produce high-quality labels.
• Perform quality tests as per ISO procedures.
• Adhere to productivity standards and safety practices.

Skills

Mechanical abilities

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to work effectively with others

Basic math and computer skills

Experience with converting equipment (die cutting, laminating, slitting)

Nilpeter printing experience

Job description

Remote Work: No

Overview

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.

Being a part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about – locally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Multi-Colored Converting Press Operator to join our dynamic team. This role is vital in ensuring the production of high-quality printed materials using advanced printing technology. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of operating multi-colored converting presses or similar equipment and demonstrate a commitment to precision, quality, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and understands the functions and basic mechanical workings of assigned machines under limited supervision
• Follows work order instructions and performs labeling requirements
• Performs quality tests per ISO procedures
• Adheres to productivity standards
• Complies with all required safety practices and use of PPE
• Contributes primarily through execution of defined processes and procedures but may make suggestions for process improvement
• Resolves a variety of problems of limited complexity by following highly detailed instructions or procedures
• Nilpeter experience would be a distinct advantage.
• Builds productive working relationships internally, generally within immediate department or team
• Learns policies and procedures and how to apply them to issues experienced in routine activities
• Learns and closely follows established processes and directions
• Receives Direct Supervision for routine work, new projects or assignments
• Ability to run multi color printing machines
• Follow Zebra shared values
• Run converting presses to produce high quality labels.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years similar work experience
• Excellent mechanical abilities.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Able to work effectively with others.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to work with light to medium machinery.
• 1+ year of related experience operating finishing and or label converting equipment (die cutting, laminating, slitting, etc)
• Nilpeter Printing Experience: Prior experience working with Nilpeter presses is highly desirable and will be considered a significant advantage.

UK benefits

• 25 days holiday + public holidays
• Up to 32 hours paid time off per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice
• Reward & Recognition scheme - earn points to spend online
• Pension Scheme with a matched contribution up to 7%
• Private medical cover
• Access to an innovative online learning platform
• Cycle to work scheme