Flexo Printer — Growth, Training & Competitive Pay

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

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.