No.3 Printer

Smurfit Westrock; West of England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Bristol is seeking a No.3 Printing Operator to join the Printing team during a strong growth phase. You will work with the Koenig & Bauer Rapida 145 press, featuring 7 colour units, inline finishing, and advanced automation to maximise run speeds and minimise waste.

The role requires feeding, make-ready assistance, quality checks, and adherence to safety and 5S practices. Practical knowledge of KPI tracking and strong communication skills are essential in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Experience operating a printing press in an industrial setting.
• Understanding of quality & safety requirements.
• Ability to work in a team and follow standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist No.1 and No.2 operator and discharge duties.
• Assist in make-ready of jobs on the machine.
• Operate the feeder according to SOPs.
• Check unprinted pallet loads for quality and quantity; take corrective action.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping in the machine area.
• Complete material issue sheets and stock returns; use reject forms if needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

KPIs

Quality & Safety

Teamwork

5S

Communication skills

Tools

DriveTronic SIS

DriveTronic SPC

Job description

The No.3 Printing Operator is integral to the success of Smurfit Westrock, working with the Printing team in Bristol that is currently going through a strong period of growth, the ability to adapt, be inquisitive and work closely with all departments and peers is crucial to the success of this role. Printing Press Koenig & Bauer Rapida 145

• Max Sheet Size: 1,060 × 1,450 mm (approx. 41 × 57 inches)
• Max Speed: Up to 18,000 sheets per hour.
• Printing Units: 7 colour units for an expanded colour gamut.
• In-line Finishing: Dual coater (double varnish) setup configured to run conventional or UV/LED coatings and varnishes.
• Automation: Features DriveTronic SIS (sidelay-free infeed) and simultaneous plate changing (DriveTronic SPC)., The No.3 operator of the machine is to assist the No.1 and No.2 operator in fully discharging his duties. He is also responsible for feeding the prime raw material ensuring optimum run speeds and maximising machine efficiencies with the minimum amount of waste.
• Check that the primary resource board is available for production of next job. If not report any deficiency to No.1, No.2 and/or supervisor.
• Assist with the Make ready of job on the machine.
• Operate the feeder in accordance with the standard operating procedures.
• Check each unprinted pallet load for quality and quantity, and take any necessary corrective action/s.
• Assist in operating machine/equipment in a safe manner ensuring the safety of all employees.
• Reach a level of competence with the necessary paperwork. (Checking material issue sheet and completing return to stock/warehouse section if required, plus reject form if necessary).
• Be responsible for the general cleanliness and housekeeping in and around machine area, with particular emphasis on feeder end and white waste stacks.
• Pile turn and blow loads as required.
• Assist in carrying out correctly operator maintenances. Microsoft Office packages experience.
• Knowledge and experience as a plant operator - in an industrial / factory environment.
• A strong appreciation of and regard for Quality and Safety.
• Flexible working attitude and a strong team working approach.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of 5S to improve production environment.
• Understanding of KPI’s to track performance. Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.