Hybrid Litho/Digital No. 2 Press Operator – High-Speed Sheetfed

The Delta Group; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programme

Staff discount and reward schemes

Training opportunities

Pension

Free onsite parking

Job summary

The Delta Group in Bishop's Stortford is seeking a skilled Hybrid Litho/Digital No. 2 Press Operator to join our print production team. This on-site role blends litho feeding with digital inkjet technology, focusing on high-speed sheet feeding, colour consistency, and inline/offline press maintenance.

Responsibilities include setup, sheet feeding, ink monitoring, and ensuring continuous throughput while maintaining safety and cleanliness in a modern facility. Shift is Mon-Fri 07:00-15:30.

Qualifications

• 2+ years as No. 2 / Assistant Press Operator on sheetfed litho or high-speed hybrid presses.
• Large format production experience – up to 62x42”
• Strong understanding of sheetfed paper handling, suckers, blowers, side guides, double-sheet detectors, and pile delivery mechanisms.
• Hands‑on ability to adjust mechanical feeding/stacking controls for diverse stock weights (from light text paper to heavy board).
• Attention to detail: alignment, surface scratches, colour uniformity.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and monitor the litho-style continuous feeder and stacker for varying stocks.
• Stage, inspect, and prepare paper substrates with correct grain direction and conditioning.
• Monitor registration, double-sheet detection, suction/blower controls, and stack alignment during high-speed runs.
• Assist Lead Operator in monitoring digital print output for registration and colour accuracy.
• Troubleshoot jams, misfeeds, and registration issues to minimize downtime.

Skills

2+ years sheetfed litho/hybrid press

Large format production 62x42”

Sheetfed paper handling knowledge

Inline press maintenance

Attention to detail

Tools

Hybrid press operation tools

Suction/blower controls

Job description

The Delta Group in Bishop's Stortford is seeking a skilled Hybrid Litho/Digital No. 2 Press Operator to join our print production team. This on-site role blends litho feeding with digital inkjet technology, focusing on high-speed sheet feeding, colour consistency, and inline/offline press maintenance.

Responsibilities include setup, sheet feeding, ink monitoring, and ensuring continuous throughput while maintaining safety and cleanliness in a modern facility. Shift is Mon-Fri 07:00-15:30.