Night Shift No.2 Printer - Surrey - Competitive Salary

Kairos Recruitment; Redhill; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kairos Recruitment is seeking a Night Shift Print Minder - Number 2 to join the production team on a permanent night shift. You will work alongside the Number 1 Print Minder, assisting with the operation and maintenance of lithographic printing equipment to help meet production targets and quality standards.

The role requires experience on lithographic presses (Heidelberg is advantageous), strong attention to detail, and reliable, proactive work habits.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting on a lithographic printing press.
• Familiarity with Heidelberg presses is helpful.
• Understanding of print production processes and quality standards.
• Ability to identify and resolve press issues quickly.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional attitude to health, safety and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Number 1 Print Minder with the operation and running of Heidelberg lithographic press equipment.
• Prepare materials, inks and consumables for scheduled print jobs.
• Support set-up, wash-up and changeovers for print jobs.
• Monitor print quality throughout production and report issues promptly.
• Assist with routine maintenance, cleaning and basic troubleshooting of press equipment.
• Help ensure all print jobs are completed accurately, efficiently and within deadlines.
• Support colleagues with overtime, shift cover and holiday cover when required.
• Follow health and safety procedures, housekeeping standards and quality control processes.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a productive, safe and efficient workplace.

Skills

Lithographic press experience

Heidelberg experience

Print production processes

Quality standards

Troubleshooting

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Health and safety

Job description

Role: Night Shift Print Minder - Number 2
Salary: £31,000 - £33,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:45pm - 6:15am
Hours per week: 38 hours
Shift: Permanent Night Shift

Purpose of a Night Shift Print Minder:

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Night Shift Print Minder - Number 2 to join our production team.

Working alongside the Number 1 Print Minder, you will play an important role in the operation and maintenance of lithographic printing equipment, helping to ensure that production targets, quality standards and deadlines are consistently achieved.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience assisting on a lithographic printing press who is looking to develop their technical skills and progress within a busy production environment.

Key Responsibilities of a Night Shift Print Miner:

• Assist the Number 1 Print Minder with the operation and running of Heidelberg lithographic press equipment.
• Prepare materials, inks and consumables for scheduled print jobs.
• Support the efficient set-up, wash-up and changeover of print jobs.
• Monitor print quality throughout production and report any issues or defects promptly.
• Assist with routine maintenance, cleaning and basic troubleshooting of press equipment.
• Help ensure all print jobs are completed accurately, efficiently and within agreed deadlines.
• Support colleagues with overtime, shift cover and holiday cover when required.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, housekeeping standards and quality control processes.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a productive, safe and efficient working environment.

Skills & Experience required for a Night Shift Print Minder:

• Previous experience assisting on a lithographic printing press.
• Experience with Heidelberg presses is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong understanding of print production processes and quality standards.
• Ability to identify and resolve equipment or print quality issues efficiently.Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet production deadlines
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional attitude towards health, safety and company procedures.

What they are looking for in a Night Shift Print Minder:

• Reliable, punctual and committed to high standards of work.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to use initiative.
• Willingness to learn from experienced colleagues and develop technical skills.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing production demands.
• Positive team player who can also work independently when required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Professional attitude towards health, safety and company procedures.

If you have experience assisting on a lithographic printing press and are looking for a permanent night-shift opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

If you are interested in this role, please contact Olivia on +44 (phone number removed)