Print Finisher

Key Selection Recruitment Limited; Middleton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Commercial Print Company in Manchester is seeking a Print Finisher to join our production team. You will operate guillotines and finishing equipment to produce accurate, high-quality finished work in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires setting up machines, reading job tickets, and maintaining quality standards, with attention to detail and reliable attendance. You will work 37.5 hours weekly across 6am-2pm or 2pm-10pm shifts, with holidays and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience operating guillotines and finishing equipment
• Experience running folding machines and producing high-quality finished work
• Knowledge of Muller Martini stitching lines and/or Horizon stitching equipment
• Ability to read a follow job tickets, production specifications, and quality standards
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality finished products
• Experience carrying out machine set-up, adjustments and routine maintenance
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment and meet deadlines
• Understanding of print finishing processes including folding, stitching, trimming, collating and packing

Responsibilities

• Operate guillotines and finishing equipment in a commercial print environment
• Run folding machines and produce accurate, high-quality finished work
• Read follow job tickets, production specifications and quality standards
• Set up machines, make adjustments and carry out routine maintenance
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment and meet deadlines
• Understand finishing processes including folding, stitching, trimming, collating and packing
• Demonstrate good problem-solving skills and reliable attendance
• Work as part of a strong team to deliver projects on time

Skills

Guillotine operation

Finishing equipment

Folding machines

Muller Martini stitching

Horizon stitching

Reading job tickets

Attention to detail

Machine setup & maintenance

Job description

Position: Print Finisher

Location: Manchester

Salary: Up to £32k (negotiable depending on experience)

Shifts: 6am-2pm/ 2pm-10pm (Mon-Thurs), 6am-11.30am/ 11.30am-5pm (Fri) – 37.5 hours per week

Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays

The Company: Commercial Print Company

The Role/ Requirements:

• Experience operating guillotines and finishing equipment with a commercial print environment
• Experience running folding machines and producing accurate, high-quality finished work
• Knowledge of Muller Martini stitching lines and/or Horizon stitching equipment
• Ability to read a follow job tickets, production specifications, and quality standards
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality finished products
• Experience carrying out machine set-up, adjustments and routine maintenance
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment and meet deadlines
• Understanding of print finishing processes including folding, stitching, trimming, collating and packing
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Positive attitude, reliable attendance and a strong team ethic