Digital Print Operative

MTrec Ltd; Shildon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected manufacturing company in Shildon is seeking proactive individuals to operate digital printing machines for high-quality production. The role requires flexibility, computer literacy, and preferably experience in digital printing. This ongoing position offers the potential to become permanent, with a pay rate of £12.21 per hour, increasing once permanent.

Benefits

Opportunities to become a permanent employee

Qualifications

• Experience in operating and maintaining digital printing machines.
• Ability to prepare and load materials accurately for print runs.
• Familiarity with colour matching and quality inspection processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain digital printing machines.
• Prepare and load materials ensuring accuracy.
• Conduct quality inspections throughout production.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Flexibility to work overtime

Computer literate

Digital print experience

Job description

MTrec are currently recruiting for a renowned and respected manufacturing company based in the Shildon area. MTrec are currently looking for proactive individuals who are looking for a long term position in Printing

The Role:

• Operate and maintain digital printing machines to produce high-quality decorative surface prints.
• Prepare and load materials such as laminates and substrates for print runs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Conduct colour matching and quality inspections throughout the production process to maintain Wilsonart’s premium finish standards.
• Interpret and follow detailed job specifications, artwork, and print layouts to ensure correct output.
• Perform machine setup, calibration, and minor maintenance, resolving basic printing issues to minimise downtime.
• Work collaboratively with design, production, and quality teams to meet order requirements and production targets.
• Maintain accurate production records and follow all health, safety, and housekeeping procedures.

The Person:

• Someone with a can-do attitude
• Must be flexible to work overtime
• Computer literate
• Preferably have digital print experience

The Benefits:

Ongoing position with opportunities to become a permanent employee

The Hours:

• 08:00am to 16:30pm
• Must be flexible to work shifts if needed

The Pay:

• £12.21 Per hour, will increase once permanent