Print Finisher

Pin Point Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading print manufacturing firm in Nottingham is seeking an experienced Print Finisher to operate MBO and Heidelberg folding machines. This role involves ensuring high-quality output, maintaining compliance with Health & Safety standards, and performing daily maintenance checks. The ideal candidate has strong numeracy skills and has experience in print finishing. This position offers a rotating shift pattern and competitive salary plus overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience running MBO or Heidelberg folding machines is essential.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements is necessary.
• Ability to monitor work quality and make machine adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Set up jobs correctly and monitor production quality.
• Make machine adjustments to ensure output consistency.
• Provide coaching and support to colleagues as needed.

Skills

Operating MBO folding machines

Health & Safety compliance

Quality control

Literacy and numeracy skills

Education

City & Guilds qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Print Finisher

Location: Nottingham

Shifts: 3-week rotating shift pattern (details below)

Salary: £14.50 + overtime

Pin Point Recruitment is proud to be recruiting for an experienced Print Finisher / Folder Operator to join a leading print manufacturing business. This role is ideal for someone with proven experience operating MBO or Heidelberg folding machines, with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and Health & Safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the correct job, version, and code are set up on the machine.
• Complete make-ready and obtain “OK to Proceed” sign‑off from the Folding Cell Leader or Finishing Manager.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of all work produced.
• Make machine adjustments to maintain output, accuracy, and consistency.
• Work to optimum machine running speeds.
• Support, guide, and utilise any machine assistants allocated to your line.
• Complete ISO 9001 documentation accurately and on time.
• Provide thorough shift handovers and share all relevant job information.
• Report any breakdowns, faults, or abnormalities immediately.
• Follow all Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Provide coaching and support to colleagues when needed.
• Carry out daily and monthly preventative maintenance checks and complete required forms.
• Monitor stock levels for machine parts and request replenishment where needed.
• Report if targets are not being achieved or are unachievable.

Technical Requirements

• City & Guilds qualification (or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
• Essential: Experience running MBO or Heidelberg folding machines.

Shift Pattern (3‑Week Rotation)

• Week 1 – Early Shift
  • Monday‑Thursday: 06:00 – 13:30
  • Friday: 06:00 – 12:30
• Week 2 – Late Shift
  • Monday‑Thursday: 13:30 – 21:00
  • Friday: 12:30 – 19:00
• Week 3 – Night Shift
  • Monday‑Thursday: 21:00 – 06:00
  • No shift Friday

Overtime Rates

• Weekday overtime: x1.5
• Weekend overtime: x1.3

How to Apply

If you have proven experience operating folding equipment and want to join a stable, growing print manufacturer, apply today via Pin Point Recruitment.