Lithographic Printer

Thrive Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Lithographic Pre Press operator to join their dynamic team. This role involves quality checks on customer files, managing plate output for printing, and ensuring all specifications are met. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in lithographic printing workflows and proficiency in pre-press software, including the Adobe Suite. The opportunity promises a collaborative environment where attention to detail and a commitment to quality are paramount. If you're ready to contribute to a leading print operation, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working in the print environment.
• Proficient in key design and pre-press software.

Responsibilities

• Quality checks on customer files against information provided.
• Setting and running hardware & software for lithography plates.
• Ensuring equipment is maintained & calibrated for optimum performance.

Skills

Lithographic printing workflows

Colour separations

Adobe Suite

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Experience in print environment

Tools

Pre-press software

Job description

Job - Lithographic Pre Press operator (Tin Plate)

Hours of work - Mon to Thursday - 6am-2pm/2pm-10pm & 10pm-6am & Fridays 6am -11.30am/11.30am-5pm

Rate - Up to 16.41ph

Location - Bradford

Overview:

The Thrive Group Wakefield have a great opportunity for skilled Lithographic Pre Press operator who will be responsible for supply to UV metal print, ideally with technical experience of pre-press operations. YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING IN THE PRINT ENVIRONMENT - Tin Plate advantageous

Responsibilities:

• Quality checks on customer files against information provided.
• Setting and Running of both hardware & software to develop lithography plates to correct specifications.
• PDF File checks & preparation including imposition to make the file print ready.
• Managing plate output for printing.
• Ensuring all required information & specifications supplied to print are correct.
• Digital job data management to maintain file records.
• Ensuring equipment is maintained & calibrated to the highest level ensuring optimum performance.
• Ensuring equipment and environment is operated and cared for, meeting all current Health & Safety legislation and conforming to company standards.
• Ink mixing is exact to approved formulas, guaranteeing service.
• Storage & upkeep of approved print samples.
• Minimising all forms of waste.
• Continuously improving in process checks, eliminating unnecessary costs from the business.
• Provide feedback errors to relevant departments in a timely manner.

Required Skills/Education/Qualifications:

• Computer literate.
• Previous experience in lithographic printing workflows.
• Experience of colour separations.
• Proficiency in key design and pre-press software, including the Adobe Suite.
• A good understanding of colour management in print is advantageous.
• The candidate must have great attention to detail.
• Friendly, approachable and flexible - a team player

THRIVE GROUP IS ACTING AS A RECRUITMENT BUSINESS

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