PSL Finishing - Finishing Operator

MCC Label; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

MCC Label in Nantgarw is seeking a Finishing Operator to operate slitting and inspection machines and prepare finished labels for shipment. You will work in a full-time, rotating shift pattern (days, afternoons and nights) and contribute to quality checks and packing.

The role emphasizes personal responsibility for quality, adherence to health and safety guidelines, and accurate completion of paperwork in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with label processing is welcome but not required; familiarity with machine operation in a manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Must take responsibility for the quality and effectiveness of own work and work safely.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate slitting and inspection machines and slit/ die-cut printed reels.
• Inspect finished labels for defects and ensure quality before packing for shipment.
• Complete relevant paperwork and administration related to the finishing process.

Skills

Machine operation

Health & safety

Job description

Job Title: Finishing Operator
Location: Nantgarw CF15 7QU
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week (Sunday to Friday rotating shifts covering days, afternoons and nights)

The Finishing Operator takes printed reels of labels from the print press and slits them into individual rolls, ready for shipment to the customer.

This is a vital role within our process as the Finishing Operator also plays in important part in the quality process by inspecting the labels for defects and they are the last pair of eyes on the product before the labels leave for the customer.

The Finishing Operator is responsible for:

• the timely setting up and down of slitting and inspection machines; the die cutting or slitting of printed master reels.
• the quality inspection of finished products; packing; reworking; cutting cores; the removal of waste; and
• the completion of relevant paperwork and administration.

Previous experience of label processing is not necessary however the ideal candidate will have experience of machine operating within a manufacturing facility.

Applicants must be able to

• to take responsibility for the quality and effectiveness of their own work
• understand the importance of working to health & safety guidelines.
• have good colour vision and should not be affected by strobe lighting.

Applications for this role will close on 7th April 2026 with screening telephone interviews from 9th April

Please note only applicants who have the legal right to live and work in the UK will be considered. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.