Production Operative

Bluetree Group; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking self-motivated operatives to join its state-of-the-art print facility. This full-time, permanent role offers the chance to work as either a Guillotine Operator or Dispatch Operator, utilizing advanced technology to produce high-quality printed materials. Employees will benefit from a competitive starting salary with growth potential, a dynamic team environment, and a range of perks including private healthcare and personal development training. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the print manufacturing industry.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity/paternity package

Private Health care

Long Service gifts

Discount/voucher schemes

Well-being support

Personal development skills training

Free fruit, snacks, and beverages

Regular social events

Cycle to work scheme

22 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to different shift patterns and support team during busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate guillotine to create high-quality printed products.
• Ensure thorough checking and packing of products as a Dispatch Operator.

Skills

Independently work in a busy environment

Team collaboration

Ability to work flexible shifts

Basic/Good PC skills

Health and safety awareness

Tools

XL106 litho presses

Landa nanographic digital printers

Muller Martini finishing lines

Heidelberg folders

Job description

Thanks to our exceptional growth across all areas of the business, we're looking for talented individuals to help us shape the future of print manufacturing. We are currently seeking self-motivated operatives to join our state-of-the-art print facility as either Guillotine Operators or Dispatch Operators.

As a Real Living Wage employer, we offer a starting salary of £12.60 per hour, with the potential to earn up to £20 per hour based on experience and performance.

This is a full-time, permanent position with shift rotations that include a mix of day, afternoon, night, and weekend shifts.

As a Guillotine Operator, you will use your expertise to create perfectly stitched books and large, high-quality posters for our diverse range of clients. As a Dispatch Operator, you'll ensure that products are thoroughly checked and packed to the highest standards.

Our cutting-edge factory is powered by industry-leading technology, including a fleet of XL106 litho presses, two of the world's first Landa nanographic digital printers, state-of-the-art Muller Martini finishing lines, and Heidelberg folders, among other advanced equipment.

These roles are a key part of our growing business, offering you the opportunity to join a dynamic, highly productive team in an exciting and fast-paced environment.

What skills are we looking for?

• Work independently in a busy, physical, and active environment.
• A team player who collaborates well with others.
• Ability to work an 8- or 12-hour shift, days, nights, and weekends.
• Support your team during busy periods, being flexible and adaptable when needed.
• Basic/Good PC skills.
• Take health and safety seriously.

Benefits

• Enhanced maternity/paternity package
• Private Health care
• Long Service gifts
• Discount/voucher schemes
• Well-being support, including access to mental health support lines
• Personal development skills training
• Free fruit, snacks, and beverages in the Bluetree canteen
• Regular social events and team-building activities, such as our annual sports day
• Cycle to work scheme
• 22 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and the opportunity to earn additional days the longer you work here

The Company

Established in 2012, Bluetree Group is the UK’s largest online printer and exists to manufacture and sell high volume, premium products through investing in its highly skilled team as well as the latest technology.

In 2021, we acquired a luxury book printer, Kingsbury Press, branching out into the publishing industry and having aims of expanding into packaging solutions. In 2022, we were chosen as the printer for the Queen's Jubilee book.

Bluetree's combined office, production, and training facilities are in Wath Upon Dearne, which is close to Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, and Doncaster. Our state-of-the-art 165,000 square foot facility is just a 15-minute drive from either the M1 or A1M and boasts ample free on-site parking, the facility is also located on a major bus route, which is just a few minutes away from the train stations of Mexborough, Swinton, and Wombwell.

Once you walk through our doors, you realise that people are central to all our operations. It’s a place for curious and ambitious people at heart.