Litho Printer

Harrison Scott Associates; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing company is seeking a fully qualified Litho Printer to join their team in Lancashire on a temporary contract. The ideal candidate should have experience on a Heidelberg Press and print finishing knowledge. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, ensuring quality output, and adhering to health & safety standards. Flexibility with working hours is required, as occasional weekend and shift work may be necessary. Ideal candidates will prioritize tasks effectively and communicate well within the team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a litho printer with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Flexibility to work weekends or shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Achieve maximum output and quality, adjusting color as needed.
• Maintain equipment for optimal performance.
• Comply with health & safety regulations.
• Improve process efficiency and reduce waste.
• Communicate maintenance needs to relevant personnel.
• Participate in staff training and development.

Skills

Experience on a Heidelberg Press

Print finishing knowledge

Ability to prioritize tasks

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Job description

Job Title : Litho Printer

Salary : £Competitive Salary

Location : Lancashire

Reference : J79354

Contact :

Telephone : [phone]

We have a great opportunity for a positive team player with a can‑do attitude to join a well‑established, highly reputable manufacturing company. They are looking to appoint a fully qualified and experienced 5 colour litho printer on a temporary contract.

The ideal candidate will have experience on a Heidelberg Press and print finishing experience / knowledge.

Principal duties and responsibilities for this 5 colour litho printer role will include :

• Ensure maximum potential output and quality is achieved, including setup and permanent adjustment of colour.
• Maintenance of equipment to the highest level for optimum performance and working areas are kept tidy.
• Health & Safety legislations are met and Company’s standards are adhered to.
• Work with the print room to continuously improve process efficiency, eliminating unnecessary costs from the business and keeping waste to a minimum.
• Communicate maintenance / breakdown requirements to service personnel / Production Manager.
• Liaise with Production Manager, team members and Dept Managers as required.
• Active involvement in staff training and development as required.

Our client prides itself in achieving outstanding solutions, therefore is looking for a meticulous, hard‑working individual with a keen eye to detail, keeping to the highest of standards and quality checking procedures throughout.

Lead times can often be highly demanding, therefore you must also be able to prioritise tasks and think logically and methodically. You must be able to work well in a team, communicate efficiently with peers and be willing to work in all areas of the print room as and when necessary.

Candidates must be flexible and available to work occasional weekends and / or a shift system when required by production demand.