Print Assistant / Machine Operator

Saica Group; Shevington; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Shevington is seeking a Print Assistant/Machine Operator. You will operate flexographic print equipment while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has flexographic experience and relevant qualifications. The role involves maintaining equipment and managing workflows across 12-hour shifts. Excellent benefits including holidays, sick pay, and employee assistance programme are provided.

Benefits

25 Days of holiday plus Bank Holidays

Christmas shutdown

Flu and eye test vouchers

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme of £500

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Discount Platform

Qualifications

• Part or fully trained Printer, preferably with flexographic experience.
• Previous print experience, preferably with solvent based inks.
• Exposure to quality, health, safety and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate print machinery safely and efficiently.
• Log and clean spills immediately and adhere to site standards.
• Support training of colleagues when needed.

Skills

Flexographic experience

Good literacy and numeracy

Knowledge of health and safety practices

Education

Print NVQ Level 2 or 3

GCSE level in English and Maths

Tools

Fischer Krecke 126S

20SIX CS colour printers

BOBST printers

Job description

Print Assistant / Machine Operator

Location: Wigan, Lancashire, WN5 0LQ

Salary: £30,976.06 per annum + Excellent Benefits!

Contract: Full time, permanent.

Benefits: 25 Days of holiday plus Bank Holidays, Christmas shut down, Flu and eye test vouchers, Company Sick Pay Scheme (available after 12 months of continuous service), Refer a Friend Scheme of £500, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Employee Discount Platform

With a presence in 11 countries and over 10,000 employees, Saica Group manufacture sustainable recycled paper, corrugated cardboard and flexible packaging as well as providing solutions for waste management and the recovery of waste.

Our Flex division produces a range of flexible plastic films, with our site in Wigan manufacturing products for major food retailers and suppliers.

We are currently looking for a Printer Assistant to join our team, to support the Lead Printer with the operation of flexographic print equipment.

Reporting to the Process Manager, your key duties will include:

• Set up and operate print machinery safely and efficiently, keeping equipment and work areas clean, tidy and compliant with all H&S, environmental, hygiene and housekeeping standards.
• Log and clean spills immediately and operate to site standards including BRC, ISO and A2.
• Follow lean manufacturing practices (SMED, 5S) and take part in continuous improvement when required.
• Maintain press consumables and manage loading/unloading of reels and inks.
• Run the press during Lead Printer absences, including break cover.
• Identify and report non-conformities to the Lead Printer or Shift Manager.
• Support training of colleagues when needed.
• Contribute to smooth shift handovers and ensure the press is left in optimal condition.
• Assist with cleaning and basic maintenance of print equipment.
• Work collaboratively with Ink Technicians, Mounters and other teams to maintain production standards.
• Provide flexibility across Production, including operating other machinery such as Conversion/Slitting when required.

In order to be successful in this role you should have / be:

• Part or fully trained Printer, preferably with flexographic experience
• Relevant Print NVQ Level 2 or 3 an advantage
• Good level of literacy and numeracy, preferably GCSE level in English and Maths
• Previous print experience, preferably flexographic with experience of solvent based inks
• Experience of Fischer Krecke 126S, 20SIX CS colour printers or BOBST printers an advantage
• Experience in Mounting would be an advantage
• Background in manufacturing, either label or packaging printing
• Exposure to Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement techniques an advantage
• Considerable exposure to quality, health, safety and environmental standards and practices within a production setting

Shift Pattern

The role will operate the 12‑hour shifts across a 2‑week shift pattern:

• Week 1: 4 days (Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri) 6am‑6pm
• Week 2: 3 nights (Tue, Wed, Thu) 6pm‑6am

Shift patterns can be subject to change, dependant on business requirements.

Saica is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

If you feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role then please click “APPLY” and submit your up to date CV and covering letter for consideration.

No agencies please