Print Finisher

LJ Recruitment; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced printing operator for a permanent position in Crawley. The ideal candidate will have experience operating Heidelberg Speedmaster litho presses and other finishing equipment. Responsibilities include maintaining print quality, meeting deadlines, and ensuring high standards in all tasks. Competitive pay is offered with overtime available.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating Heidelberg Speedmaster litho presses or similar.
• Background in litho and digital print finishing with hands-on experience using finishing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain finishing equipment.
• Ensure print quality and colour accuracy on Heidelberg Speedmaster presses.
• Carry out a full range of print finishing tasks.
• Work closely with the production team to meet deadlines.

Skills

Operating Heidelberg Speedmaster litho presses

Experience with guillotines and folders

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Time-management

Job description

Job Details

• Location – Crawley
• Hours – 6am-2pm, Monday-Friday with overtime available
• Pay – £13-£19 per hour DOE
• Permanent position
• Free onsite parking

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain finishing equipment such as guillotines, folders, stitchers, laminators and creasers.
• Operate and maintain Heidelberg Speedmaster litho presses, ensuring consistent print quality and colour accuracy.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust press settings for various paper stocks and job specifications.
• Carry out a full range of print finishing tasks, including trimming, folding, laminating, binding, and packaging.
• Work closely with the production team to meet tight deadlines and customer requirements.
• Ensure all printed work meets company quality and safety standards.
• Trim and assemble printed materials to exact measurements.
• Package, label, and prepare completed jobs for dispatch or delivery.
• Follow job dockets and production schedules to meet tight deadlines.
• Perform basic maintenance and report any equipment faults or safety concerns.

Skills and Experience required

• Proven experience operating Heidelberg Speedmaster litho presses (or similar models).
• Background in litho and digital print finishing with hands‑on experience using guillotines, folders, stitchers, and other finishing equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of press and finishing machinery.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Good teamwork, communication, and time‑management skills.