Laminating Technician - Flexible Packaging, 4-on/4-off

Centric Talent; Pinvin; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift pattern 4 on 4 off

On-site location Pershore

Job summary

Centric Talent is seeking a Flexographic Laminator in Pershore, UK. The role involves setting up, operating and maintaining laminating machinery to produce high-quality laminated packaging materials from plastics, paper, foil and other substrates.

You will read job tickets, adjust speed, temperature, pressure and tension, load materials, monitor the process for adhesion and consistency, and perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience operating laminating machinery, preferably in flexible packaging or printing.
• Knowledge of substrates, films, foils, adhesives, and laminating processes.
• Understanding of web handling, tension, temperature, and machine settings.
• Good attention to detail and strong commitment to product quality.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot mechanical and production problems.
• Read and follow job specifications and production instructions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and on a shift basis.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate laminating machines according to job specifications and production schedules.
• Read and follow job tickets, work orders, and production instructions.
• Prepare and load materials such as films, paper, foil, adhesives, and coatings.
• Set and adjust machine controls, including speed, temperature, pressure, tension, and alignment.
• Carry out routine cleaning, housekeeping, and basic maintenance of laminating equipment.
• Complete production records, including output, waste, downtime, and quality-control information.
• Identify and correct laminating or machine problems to minimise downtime and waste.
• Follow all company procedures, quality standards, and production requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Independence

Tools

Laminating machines

Web handling equipment

Temperature controls

Adhesives handling

Job description

Centric Talent is seeking a Flexographic Laminator in Pershore, UK. The role involves setting up, operating and maintaining laminating machinery to produce high-quality laminated packaging materials from plastics, paper, foil and other substrates.

You will read job tickets, adjust speed, temperature, pressure and tension, load materials, monitor the process for adhesion and consistency, and perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance.