Flexo Printer

Key Recruitment Ltd.; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Perks and discounts on products and aff

Free fruit every week

Annual health checks

Job summary

Labels Printer in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced press operator to run flexographic printing presses and support finishing equipment in a packaging/labels environment.

You will set up, monitor, and adjust machine settings to ensure consistent print quality, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve workflows and yield. A strong focus on safety and adherence to GMP/ISO standards is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating flexographic printing presses in packaging/labels environments.
• Experience with hot and cold foil techniques and emboss.
• Ability to work independently and confidently on press.
• Strong IT skills with in-house software tools.
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a team.
• Experience in ISO-certified or GMP-regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain flexographic printing machines to produce printed materials as per job specifications.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust machine settings to ensure optimal print quality and machine performance.
• Operate and assist with finishing equipment including die cutters, slitters, and rewinders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to strengthen internal workflows and support yield improvements.
• Ensure consistency across print runs, including registration, color match, and repeat length.
• Communicate with the wider production team to resolve issues and improve performance.
• Comply with health & safety procedures, company policies, and production protocols.

Skills

Experience with flexographic presses

Independent work on press

Team communication

IT systems & in-house software

Print quality mindset

ISO/GMP environment experience

Job description

Shifts: Days (6am-1:45pm) Lates (1:30pm-9:15pm)

The Company: Labels Printer

The Role

• Operate and maintain flexographic printing machines to produce printed materials as per job specifications.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust machine settings to ensure optimal print quality and machine performance.
• Operate and assist with finishing equipment including die cutters, slitters, and rewinders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally, strengthening internal workflows and supporting initiatives like SMED and yield improvement.
• Ensure consistency across print runs, including registration, color match, and repeat length, adhering to precise tolerances.
• Communicate effectively with the wider production team, supervisors, and maintenance staff to resolve issues and improve performance.
• Comply with all health & safety procedures, company policies, and production protocols.

Requirements

• Proven experience operating flexographic printing presses, in a packaging, labels, or similar environment.
• Experience with hot and cold foil techniques and emboss
• Ability to work independently and confidently on press
• Confidence using IT systems and in-house software tools.
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a team.
• Experience working in ISO-certified or GMP-regulated environments.
• Familiarity in rotary and flatbed flexo and screen printing
• Experience of problem solving in printing for 3 years
• You’re not just joining a company - you’re joining a team that cares about what they do, and about each other
• Tailored induction plans - so you feel like part of the team from day one
• We back your growth with personal development plans and industry-leading training
• Competitive pay
• Perks and discounts on products and local services
• Free fruit every week to keep you fuelled
• Shout-outs & gifts for your milestones and achievements
• Annual health checks (including hearing & eyesight) - because your well-being matters