Printing Production Technician: Efficiency, Quality & Setup Expert

Clifton Packaging Group; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Clifton Packaging Group Limited is seeking a Printing Production Technician to support the efficient operation of its printing manufacturing processes, with strong technical knowledge of flexographic printing machinery and processes. The successful candidate will monitor production activities, ensuring machinery operates efficiently and quality standards are met.

You will collaborate with the Production Planning Team to ensure production schedules and customer requirements are achieved, maintain

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and support printing production processes to ensure efficient and uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
• Work closely with the Production Planning Team to ensure production schedules and customer delivery requirements are achieved.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of printing machinery, including its operating principles, production capabilities and process requirements.
• Monitor machine performance, production output, waste levels, downtime and production efficiency, taking appropriate action where necessary.
• Identify and assist in resolving production issues, machine faults, bottlenecks and quality concerns to minimise disruption to operations.
• Assist with machine setup, process adjustments and production changeovers to maximise efficiency, productivity and product quality.
• Ensure products are manufactured in accordance with customer specifications, quality standards and company procedures.
• Conduct routine quality checks throughout production and take corrective action where required to maintain product consistency.
• Collaborate with machine operators, supervisors and management teams to ensure the smooth and cost-effective running of manufacturing operations.
• Monitor material usage and report any shortages, defects or stock concerns to the relevant departments.
• Maintain accurate production records, process documentation and operational reports.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving productivity, reducing waste and enhancing product quality.
• Assist in the implementation of new products, materials, machinery and manufacturing processes.
• Follow and promote all health and safety, environmental and quality management procedures.
• Provide technical support and guidance relating to printing processes when required.

Skills

Flexographic printing

Machinery monitoring

Quality control

Process optimisation

Collaboration with planning

Job description

Clifton Packaging Group Limited is seeking a Printing Production Technician to support the efficient operation of its printing manufacturing processes, with strong technical knowledge of flexographic printing machinery and processes. The successful candidate will monitor production activities, ensuring machinery operates efficiently and quality standards are met.

You will collaborate with the Production Planning Team to ensure production schedules and customer requirements are achieved, maintain