Lithographic Printer

Taylor Higson; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company in Flintshire seeks an experienced Lithographic Printer. In this full-time role, you will operate state-of-the-art printing equipment, ensuring quality production while managing your team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in lithography, a proactive approach, and qualifications such as a City & Guilds Certificate.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Progression opportunities

Overtime

Ongoing training and support

Qualifications

• Experience operating Lithographic Printers.
• Proactive approach to problem solving.
• Solid understanding of the print industry.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run the printing machine efficiently.
• Manage crew and ensure production meets KPI targets.
• Maintain printing machines and work area standards.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

GCSE standard education

City & Guilds Certificate or NVQ Level 3 in Printing and Graphic Communications

Time-served apprenticeship

Tools

Heidelberg

Komori

KBA

Ryobi

Manroland

Job description

Lithographic Printer
£29.55 per hour
Deeside

Are you an experienced litho printer looking to join a dynamic and well-established team?

We are working with a leading packaging company in Flintshire, who are seeking a skilled Litho Printer to support their high-quality production of printed packaging materials. This is an exciting opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment in a fast-paced environment, where your expertise will contribute directly to the company’s reputation for excellence.

This role is working on the triple shift pattern (Mon - Fri 6am - 2pm, Mon- Fri 2pm- 10pm, Sun- Thurs 10pm- 6am).

The Role

• Set up and run the printing machine, ensuring it operates efficiently.
• Examine printed sheets and adjust the press settings as required.
• Ensure production runs smoothly and meet KPI and quality targets.
• Manage crew effectively and ensure all shift duties are completed as a team.
• Maintain the printing machines and the work area to the highest standards.
• Cover the No.1 Printer role during periods of absence.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and provide feedback for process optimisation.

The Person

• Experience operating Lithographic Printers (Heidelberg, Komori, KBA, Ryobi, Manroland)
• A proactive approach to problem solving and decision making.
• Can work on their initiative and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Can demonstrate a flexible and creative approach to work.
• Is willing to develop their skills through training.
• GCSE standard education
• City & Guilds Certificate or NVQ Level 3 in Printing and Graphic Communications
• Time-served apprenticeship
• Solid understanding of the print industry, equipment, and processes

Salary and Benefits
This is a full time, permanent position working on the triple shift pattern (Monday-Friday 6am – 2pm, Monday-Friday 2pm – 10pm, Sunday-Thursday 10pm – 6am). A generous salary of £29.55ph (inc. shift allowance) is on offer for this role. Benefits include 26 days holiday plus bank holidays,
progression opportunities, overtime, ongoing training and support and more!