Printer

De La Rue plc; Westhoughton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

De La Rue plc is seeking a capable operator to join the Print Sections team in Westhoughton. You will support high-specification production, work within a team, and maintain output under tight deadlines.

Training will be provided for new incumbents, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement. The role emphasizes safety, quality control, and efficient make-readies, with responsibilities across problem solving and documentation.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a craft apprenticeship (NVQ 3) or relevant experience.
• Flexible and pro-active approach; ability to work well within a team and to tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, flexibly and with a high degree of initiative.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe and compliant operation of printing machines.
• Solve technical problems and liaise with Process Leaders to exceed quality standards.
• Maximise machine efficiency and manage changeovers and make-readies.
• Train and develop new and existing staff as required.
• Ensure accurate documentation and paperwork is completed.

Skills

Teamwork

Proactive

Deadline-driven

Independent working

Education

Craft apprenticeship (NVQ 3) or relevant experience

Job description

• To always act and behave in a way compliant with all De La Rue company guidelines and policies, especially those relating to Security, Environmental Health and Safety, Ethics and Code of Business Principles.
• Ensure machine is run in a safe & proper manner.
• Ensure waste levels are minimised and remain below standard allowances.
• Ensure all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures are always followed; employees are responsible for their own health and safety and that of others.
• Working to our workplace housekeeping standards keeping the machine and surrounding areas clean and tidy.

The Vacancy

SAFETY & SECURITY

• To always act and behave in a way compliant with all De La Rue company guidelines and policies, especially those relating to Security, Environmental Health and Safety, Ethics and Code of Business Principles.
• Ensure machine is run in a safe & proper manner.
• Ensure waste levels are minimised and remain below standard allowances.
• Ensure all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures are always followed; employees are responsible for their own health and safety and that of others.
• Working to our workplace housekeeping standards keeping the machine and surrounding areas clean and tidy.

QUALITY

• Problem solving on the print machines, working closely with other operators to provide support in identifying technical problems and providing solutions. Ensuring quality and technical specifications are achieved.
• Liaise with the Process Leader, No. 1 Operative, Production Assistants and QC to ensure production and performance standards are exceeded and continually improved.
• Control and monitor associated paperwork and computer records to provide accurate documentation.

DELIVERY

• Maximise machine efficiency to produce consistently high output and quality; ensuring production support is utilised fully to maximise smooth and efficient make readies, changeovers and running of the machines; providing full support to these processes including clean downs.
• Meet production, quality, delivery, continuous improvement, and safety targets in line with the company’s KPI’s.
• You may be asked to run other machines once training is provided.

PEOPLE

• Work to continually improve the Print Sections performance; providing training and development for new and existing employees as required.

The above list is not exhaustive you will be required to undertake other duties within capabilities, consistent with this role, to support the needs of the business.

CAPABILITY (qualifications, Experience And Skills)

• Successful completion of a craft apprenticeship (NVQ 3) or relevant experience
• Experienced in producing high specification work on several processes.
• Flexible and pro-active approach; ability to work well within a team and to tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, flexibly and with a high degree of initiative.
• First few months as a new incumbent to the position will attract training rates of pay until such a time when the employee is formally signed off as proficient and competent.

COMPETENCE

(technical capabilities)

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

• Good understanding of the printing process required. Recognised time served apprenticeship or NVQ level 3 required.

BUISNESS EXPERTISE

• Basic knowledge of Security Threads; Hologram; Polymer manufacturing required. Wider industry knowledge not necessary

LEADERSHIP

• May provide on-the-job training for new employees.

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Problem solving can involve technical analysis, adjusting the press as required. Judgement is based on practice and precedence rather than in-depth analysis of information.

Join the Team

We want to work with people like you from all backgrounds and experiences, to help us gain a diverse workforce with a broad outlook and sharp expertise. We are looking for people unafraid to go that extra mile, bringing with them unique characteristics and abilities. Show us you have what it takes and we'll reward you with a great place to work alongside other great people. Global business, global people. We think De La Rue is an amazing place to work. But don't just take our word for it.

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