Lithographic Printer

Recruit4staff LTD; Crewe; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Bank holidays

Job summary

Recruit4staff Ltd. is seeking an experienced Lithographic Printer to work in Crewe on a permanent basis.

The role involves operating Komori GLX 6-colour and LS40 presses, alongside Heidelberg XL75 machinery, to produce high-quality carton packaging in line with customer specifications. The ideal candidate will have proven lithographic experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to complete make-readies and maintain press performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating lithographic printing machinery within a carton print environment.
• Ability to produce high-quality printed products to customer specifications.
• Experience completing make-readies and maintaining press performance.
• The successful Lithographic Printer will demonstrate strong technical printing knowledge and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate Komori GLX 6-colour and LS40 presses alongside Heidelberg XL75 machinery to produce carton packaging.
• Complete make-readies and support production efficiency to meet customer specs.
• Direct colleagues when required and carry out planned maintenance as needed.
• Maintain press performance and ensure quality throughout production.

Skills

Proven experience operating litho

High-quality print production

Make-readies & press maintenance

Technical printing knowledge & detail

Tools

PQC/PQA v6

PDF comparator software

Job description

Recruit4staff are representing a leading pharmaceutical and healthcare packaging manufacturer in their search for a Lithographic Printerto work in Crewe

Job Details

Pay: £41,775.68 per annum, rising to £45,005.29 inclusive of shift allowance

Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday: 6:00 am - 1:25 pm / 1:20 pm - 9:00 pm | Friday: 6:00 am - 1:00 pm / 12:55 pm - 6:55 pm (Double Days)

Duration: Permanent

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• fantastic working conditions

Job Role: The Lithographic Printer will operate Komori GLX 6-colour and LS40 presses alongside Heidelberg XL75 machinery, producing high-quality carton packaging products in line with customer specifications. Responsibilities include completing make-readies, supporting production efficiency, directing colleagues when required, and carrying out planned maintenance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Lithographic Printer within a specialist packaging environment.

Essential Skills, Experience, or Qualifications

• Proven experience operating lithographic printing machinery within a carton print environment
• Ability to produce high-quality printed products to customer specifications
• Experience completing make-readies and maintaining press performance
• The successful Lithographic Printer will demonstrate strong technical printing knowledge and attention to detail

Advantageous Skills, Experience, or Qualifications

• Experience running Komori GLX / GL640 or Heidelberg XL75 presses
• Working knowledge of PQC/PQA v6
• Understanding of PDF comparator software
• Knowledge of print, carton, and leaflet manufacturing
• Commutable From: Crewe, Nantwich, Market Drayton, Chester, Winsford

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