Print Operator – Flexographic Printing

Groupe SAICA; Wigan; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Overtime opportunities 1.5x

Cycle to work

Employee discount platform

Job summary

Saica Group is seeking a Printer Assistant to support the Lead Printer in operating flexographic print equipment at the Wigan site. You will help set up machinery, maintain safety and quality standards, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

The role involves 12-hour rotating shifts, with training provided and opportunities for progression and technical development within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths ideally; good literacy and numeracy required.
• Print environment experience, preferably flexographic.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate print machinery to optimum levels safely.
• Keep press and area compliant with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Support Lead Printer; report non-conformities and assist with training.
• Assist with shift handovers and maintain press readiness.

Skills

Literacy & numeracy

Print experience

Lean Six Sigma

Health & safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Tools

Fischer Krecke 126S

20SIX CS colour printers

BOBST printers

Job description

Saica Group is seeking a Printer Assistant to support the Lead Printer in operating flexographic print equipment at the Wigan site. You will help set up machinery, maintain safety and quality standards, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

The role involves 12-hour rotating shifts, with training provided and opportunities for progression and technical development within a supportive team environment.