Print Operator – Flexible Packaging Specialist

Saica Group; Wigan; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Friendly and supportive environment

Full training and development

Ongoing progression opportunities

22 days’ holiday + Christmas shutdown

Overtime 1.5x rate

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Discount Platform

Flu and eye test vouchers

Job summary

Saica Group, a leader in sustainable packaging, seeks a Print Assistant to support the Lead Printer in operating flexographic print equipment at the Wigan site. The role involves safe setup, running printers, and maintaining quality standards within a lean manufacturing framework.

You will work alongside Ink Technicians and Mounters, contributing to continuous improvements and on-the-job training while adhering to health, safety, and environmental policies.

Qualifications

• Good level of literacy and numeracy (English & Maths).
• Previous print experience, preferably flexographic with solvent-based inks.
• Experience with Fischer Krecke 126S, 20SIX CS or BOBST printers is an advantage.
• Background in manufacturing, label or packaging printing.
• Exposure to Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Help set up and operate print machinery to optimum levels in a safe manner.
• Maintain press consumables and load/unload reels and inks as needed.
• Operate in line with site health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Assist with shift handovers and ensure smooth production transitions.
• Support training of colleagues and share knowledge as required.
• Display flexibility to support other areas of Production and related machinery.

Skills

Literacy & numeracy

Print experience

Flexographic printing

Lean/manufacturing

Quality & safety

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

Fischer Krecke 126S

20SIX CS colour printers

BOBST printers

Job description

Saica Group, a leader in sustainable packaging, seeks a Print Assistant to support the Lead Printer in operating flexographic print equipment at the Wigan site. The role involves safe setup, running printers, and maintaining quality standards within a lean manufacturing framework.

You will work alongside Ink Technicians and Mounters, contributing to continuous improvements and on-the-job training while adhering to health, safety, and environmental policies.