Digicon Finishing Operator

3ecruit; Croydon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Cycle to Work scheme

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Trades Workforce Solutions is recruiting a Digicon Finishing Operator in Croydon. The role involves setting up and operating Digicon finishing equipment to convert printed label rolls into finished products while ensuring quality standards are met.

Ideal candidates will have experience in label finishing or converting machinery, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. The salary ranges from £29,000 to £32,000 per annum, along with various company benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience operating finishing or converting machinery preferred.
• Health & Safety awareness is an advantage.
• Ability to read and interpret job specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up Digicon finishing machinery.
• Monitor production runs for quality.
• Carry out routine machine maintenance.

Skills

Experience operating label finishing equipment

Strong attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Good communication and teamwork skills

Education

Print production or manufacturing-related training

Job description

About the Company

We are currently recruiting for a Digicon Finishing Operator to join a well-established label manufacturing business. This role is ideal for somebody with experience operating label finishing, converting, or print production machinery within a manufacturing environment.

About the Role

You will be responsible for operating and maintaining Digicon label finishing equipment, converting digitally printed label rolls into finished products. The position involves setting up finishing processes, ensuring quality standards are maintained, monitoring production output, and working efficiently to production schedules within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up Digicon finishing machinery
• Prepare printed label rolls for finishing operations
• Install and align rotary dies, varnish units and finishing tooling
• Adjust machine settings to ensure accurate registration, tension and cutting quality
• Monitor production runs to maintain quality and consistency
• Inspect finished labels and identify any defects or quality issues
• Carry out routine machine maintenance, cleaning and basic troubleshooting
• Maintain production records and job documentation
• Work to production schedules and customer deadlines
• Follow all health and safety procedures within the manufacturing environment

Qualifications

• Print production, label converting or manufacturing-related training advantageous
• Experience operating finishing or converting machinery preferred
• Health & Safety awareness preferred

Required Skills

• Experience operating label finishing, converting or print production equipment
• Knowledge of die-cutting, laminating, foiling, varnishing and slitting processes
• Ability to read and interpret job specifications and production documentation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work efficiently within deadline-driven production environments
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of manufacturing health and safety procedures

Pay Range and Compensation Package

Salary: £29,000 – £32,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Life insurance
• Free on-site parking

Working Hours

• Rotating Double Day Shift Pattern (Monday–Friday)
• Week 1: 05:50 – 13:25
• Week 2: 13:25 – 21:00
• Friday shifts are shortened:
• Morning Shift: 06:00 – 12:00
• Afternoon Shift: 12:00 – 18:00