Flexographic Slitter Operator | 4-on 4-off Shifts (Pershore)

Centric Talent; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Centric Talent is seeking a Flexographic Slitter Operator in Pershore, Worcestershire. You will set up, operate and maintain slitting/rewinding machinery to convert large rolls into finished products meeting customer specs.

This role requires attention to detail, ability to work on 12-hour shifts, read job tickets, monitor quality, minimise waste and collaborate with print and quality teams.

Qualifications

• Experience operating slitting and rewinding machinery in packaging/printing.
• Knowledge of web handling, tension control, roll winding and slitting processes.
• Ability to accurately measure widths and lengths.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot mechanical and production issues.
• Ability to read and follow job tickets, specs and instructions.
• Good numerical, organisational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Understanding of health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and on shifts.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate slitting and rewinding machines according to job specifications and production schedules.
• Read and follow job tickets, work orders, and production instructions.
• Load and unload large rolls of printed or laminated materials.
• Set and adjust slitting knives, blades and cutting equipment to required widths.
• Configure machine settings, including speed, web tension, alignment, and rewind tension.
• Monitor the slitting and rewinding process to ensure accurate cutting and roll quality.
• Inspect finished rolls for width, length, alignment, winding quality and defects.
• Identify and correct issues such as uneven edges, poor winding, telescoping or wrinkles.
• Change blades, cores and materials as required.
• Ensure finished rolls are labelled, packaged and prepared for dispatch.
• Minimise material waste and maximise production efficiency.
• Carry out routine cleaning, housekeeping and basic maintenance.
• Identify and troubleshoot minor mechanical or production problems and report major faults to maintenance or supervisors.
• Complete production records (output, waste, downtime, quality data).
• Follow all quality standards, procedures and job specifications.
• Operate lifting equipment safely where trained.
• Follow health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organised work area.
• Collaborate with printing, laminating, quality-control, maintenance and production teams to meet deadlines.

Skills

Slitting machinery operation

Web handling

Measurement accuracy

Quality focus

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Job description

Centric Talent is seeking a Flexographic Slitter Operator in Pershore, Worcestershire. You will set up, operate and maintain slitting/rewinding machinery to convert large rolls into finished products meeting customer specs.

This role requires attention to detail, ability to work on 12-hour shifts, read job tickets, monitor quality, minimise waste and collaborate with print and quality teams.