Print Finisher - Nights

Devonshire Appointments; River; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Print Finisher for a night shift position in Dagenham. The successful candidate will operate various finishing machinery to produce high-quality printed materials. A strong attention to detail, technical knowledge of finishing processes, and the ability to meet tight deadlines are essential. This role offers competitive salary, health benefits, and employee recognition awards, alongside a supportive workplace environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with overtime opportunities

Free on-site car parking

Health benefits including Bupa cash plan

Employee recognition awards

Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Print Finisher in a high-volume print production environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of finishing processes and machinery.
• Strong eye for detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of finishing machinery including guillotines and folding machines.
• Conduct quality checks throughout the finishing process.
• Ensure jobs are completed on time and ready for dispatch.
• Assist with machine set-up and calibration.

Skills

Experience in high-volume print production

Knowledge of finishing processes and machinery

Attention to detail

Ability to troubleshoot machine issues

Team-oriented approach

Job description

Department : Production Finishing

Reporting to : Night Operations Manager Location : Dagenham

Shift Pattern : 3-on, 2-off / 2-on, 3-off / 2-on, 2-off / 3-on, 3-off

Hours : 42 hours per week (18 : 00pm – 06 : 00am)

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Print Finisher to join our busy production environment on the night shift. You will be responsible for operating a wide range of finishing equipment to produce high-quality printed materials. The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work to tight deadlines, and hands‑on technical knowledge of finishing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of finishing machinery including :
• Cutting & Trimming – Guillotines (Polar, Wohlenberg, or equivalent).
• Folding – Stahlfolders, MBO or similar.
• Binding – Perfect binding, PUR binding, Saddle‑stitching
• Laminating & Coating – Encapsulation and digital lamination machines.
• Die‑cutting, Creasing & Perforating – Cylinders or platen machines.
• Check work against job specifications and conduct quality checks throughout the finishing process.
• Ensure jobs are completed on time, in full, and ready for dispatch.
• Assist with machine set‑up, calibration, and routine maintenance.
• Minimise waste by ensuring efficient use of materials and accurate set‑up.
• Follow production schedules and prioritise workloads effectively.
• Adhere to all health and safety standards, keeping the workspace safe and organised.
• Support colleagues across the department with cross‑training and flexible working as required.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Print Finisher in a high‑volume print production environment.
• Hands‑on knowledge of finishing processes and machinery.
• Strong eye for detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve minor machine issues.
• Organised and able to manage workloads under pressure.
• Flexible and team‑oriented approach.

Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.
• Free on‑site car parking.
• Health benefits including Bupa cash plan, free eye tests, and contribution towards glasses for VDU users.
• £500 “Refer a Friend” reward scheme.
• Free fresh fruit and refreshments provided daily.
• Employee recognition awards.
• Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme and accredited Mental Health First Aiders on‑site