Digital Label Printer Operator

Winsearch; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Digital Label Printer Operator in Barwell, Leicestershire. The ideal candidate will operate HP Indigo digital presses, manage job setups, and ensure high-quality print results. Minimum 1-2 years experience in digital label printing is required. This role offers a competitive salary based on experience and is a great opportunity to advance in the print industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience operating HP Indigo digital label presses.
• Knowledge of label substrates and adhesive types.
• Understanding of CMYK and digital press calibration.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor HP Indigo digital presses for label printing.
• Conduct job setup including substrate loading and colour calibration.
• Verify print quality through visual checks and colour matching.

Skills

Colour management

Press operation

Job setup

Post-press quality checks

Attention to detail

Education

HP Indigo Certification Level 1 or 2

Tools

HP SmartStream

Esko

Job description

Digital Label Printer Operator

Barwell (Leicestershire)

Mon Thurs 21pm to 6am

Competitive Salary Depending on Experience

Established in 2002, the Reflex Group is now the largest privately owned print and packaging company in the UK having grown to over 900 employees across 22 sites in the UK and Europe. The company prides itself on quality, efficiency, ethics, and low environmental impact whilst being innovative and dynamic. The company has an opportunity for an experienced Digital Label Printer Operator of our Reflex Labels site in Barwell.

Role:

As a Digital Label Printer Operator, you will be responsible for running and maintaining HP Indigo digital printing presses to produce high-quality self-adhesive and flexible labels.

This role requires expertise in colour management, press operation, job setup, and post-press quality checks.

You operator will work closely with the prepress and finishing teams to ensure that production schedules and customer quality expectations are met.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor HP Indigo digital presses (e.g., HP Indigo 6K/6900/20000) for label printing.
• Review print job specifications, including material type, print layout, and finishing instructions.
• Conduct job setup including substrate loading, colour calibration, and ink configuration.
• Perform regular maintenance, press calibrations, and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Verify print quality through visual checks, colour matching, and print registration.
• Ensure jobs are completed on time, with minimal waste, and according to production targets.
• Collaborate with prepress and finishing departments for workflow efficiency and accuracy.
• Record job details, press settings, and materials used in production logs.
• Comply with safety procedures and quality control standards.
• Maintain clean, organised, and efficient work area and equipment.

The Candidate:

• Minimum 1 2 years of experience operating HP Indigo digital label presses or similar.
• Knowledge of label substrates (paper, BOPP, PET, etc.) and adhesive types.
• Understanding of CMYK, spot colour matching, ICC profiles, and digital press calibration.
• Experience using print workflow/RIP software (e.g., HP SmartStream, Esko).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high print quality.
• Ability to lift and handle label stock rolls and perform light mechanical tasks.

• HP Indigo Certification (Level 1 or 2) or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with finishing equipment (e.g., AB Graphic, Digicon, rotary die cutters).
• Knowledge of variable data printing (VDP) and barcode/QR code generation.
• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing or ISO quality systems.

Key Words:

Digital Label Printing, Flexographic Printing, Label Printing Operations, Prepress Setup, Print Job Setup, Variable Data Printing, Colour Management, RIP Software, Print Quality Control, Finishing & Converting, HP Indigo, Epson SurePress, Mark Andy Digital Series, Xeikon, Domino Digital Press, Adobe Illustrator / Photoshop, Esko Software, Fiery Command WorkStation, RIP & Rasterization, MIS Systems (Label Traxx, CERM), CMYK / Spot Colour Matching, Die Cutting, Laminating / Slitting / Rewinding, Substrate Knowledge (BOPP, PET, Paper, etc.), Maintenance & Troubleshooting, Barcode / QR Code Printing, Print Calibration, G7 Certification Standards, UV Curing, ISO Color Standards? Attention to Detail, Team Collaboration, Time Management, Quality Assurance, Safety Compliance (OSHA, GMP), Lean Manufacturing, Inventory Management.

Please contact Marie Brisson at Winsearch UK for further information (url removed)

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