Flexographic Printer - Kent

Kairos Recruitment; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kairos Recruitment is seeking an experienced Flexographic Printer for our manufacturing facility in Aylesford, Kent. You will operate 8-colour CI flexographic presses, set up jobs, monitor quality, and work to production schedules.

The role requires proven experience with CI presses, substrate variety including foil and paper, solvent and water-based inks, and a strong commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork. The position offers a permanent, full-time contract with rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating CI flexographic printing presses (essential - stack press experience alone is not sufficient).
• Experience printing on a variety of substrates, including foil and paper.
• Knowledge of solvent and water-based inks.
• Experience running high-speed printing presses.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• A proactive, reliable approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of quality assurance processes and colour measurement systems would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate 8-colour CI flexographic printing presses.
• Set up print jobs, monitor print quality, and make adjustments as required.
• Work efficiently to production schedules while minimising downtime.
• Carry out routine machine checks and report any faults or maintenance requirements.
• Complete production documentation and ensure effective shift handovers.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and comply with BRCGS, quality, and health & safety procedures.

Skills

CI flexographic presses

Substrate versatility

Inks: solvent & water-based

High-speed printing

Attention to detail

Team player / proactive

Quality assurance & colour measurement

Stack press experience

Job description

Position: Flexographic Printer

Location: Aylesford, Kent

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £34,000-£39,000 per year

About the business

My client is looking for an experienced Flexographic Printer to join our busy manufacturing facility in Aylesford. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking business with a strong focus on quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Working in a fast-paced production environment, you will be responsible for operating CI flexographic printing presses while maintaining the highest standards of print quality, efficiency, and health & safety.

Key Responsibilities of a Flexographic Printer

• Operate 8-colour CI flexographic printing presses.
• Set up print jobs, monitor print quality, and make adjustments as required.
• Work efficiently to production schedules while minimising downtime.
• Carry out routine machine checks and report any faults or maintenance requirements.
• Complete production documentation and ensure effective shift handovers.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and comply with BRCGS, quality, and health & safety procedures.

Shift Pattern

This role operates on a rotating 3-shift pattern:

• 06:00 - 14:00
• 14:00 - 22:00
• 22:00 - 06:00

Requirements for a Flexographic Printer

• The successful candidate will have:
• Proven experience operating CI flexographic printing presses (essential - stack press experience alone is not sufficient).
• Experience printing on a variety of substrates, including foil and paper.
• Knowledge of solvent and water-based inks.
• Experience running high-speed printing presses.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• A proactive, reliable approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of quality assurance processes and colour measurement systems would be advantageous.