Machine Minder

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Broadstairs; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is looking for an experienced Machine Minder to run and maintain printing presses in Broadstairs. The role involves ensuring high-quality output, compliance with safety standards, and working in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should have proven experience operating offset litho presses, strong attention to detail, and excellent teamwork skills. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and overtime opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Career training

Qualifications

• Experience operating offset litho presses is essential.
• Candidates must have a strong understanding of colour theory.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve print issues quickly is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor B1 litho press.
• Prepare plates, inks, and substrates for jobs.
• Adjust colour and inspect sheets for quality.

Skills

Operating offset litho presses

Understanding of colour theory

Diagnosing print issues

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Ability to work under pressure

Manual handling

Job description

Machine Minder

Location: Broadstairs, Kent

Salary: Dependent on experience.

Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday, rotating shifts

Temp on going

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Overtime opportunities
• Career training

Our client is seeking an experienced operator to run, maintain, and monitor printing presses, ensuring high-quality output and compliance with safety standards in a busy commercial printing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor B1 litho press
• Prepare plates, inks, and substrates for each job
• Adjust colour, registration, and print quality to spec
• Inspect sheets and perform colour matching
• Identify and correct printing faults promptly
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance
• Report technical issues to engineering teams
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience operating offset litho presses
• Understanding of colour theory and press controls
• Ability to diagnose and resolve print issues quickly
• Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Reliable, punctual, and quality-focused
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Manual handling capability

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