Quality Control Operator

SGK; Witham; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable UK printing company is seeking a Proofreader/Quality Control Operator to join their team in Witham. This role involves checking and proofreading digital files, ensuring they meet various guidelines and specifications. Candidates should possess excellent attention to detail, IT skills, and effective communication abilities. Experience is not necessary. This position can be worked on a hybrid basis.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail is essential.
• Strong IT skills are required.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changes.
• Excellent communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Check digital files according to the QA manual.
• Proofread data and make corrections.
• Ensure files meet corporate guidelines.
• Check images and graphics against client brief.
• Confirm technical setup meets printer's specifications.
• Be proficient in required software tools.
• Stay updated with master guidelines.
• Communicate effectively within the team.
• Support artwork department in brand awareness.
• Meet deadlines with the Production Manager.
• Contribute to a team environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

IT skills

Adaptability

Communication

Tools

Acrobat

Automation Engine

Job description

Position Summary

We are recruiting for a Proofreader/Quality Control Operator to join either our team in Witham.

Experience not necessary, just good computer skills!

This role can be worked on a hybrid basis.

Job Responsibilities

• Checking digital files accurately in accordance to the material covered in the QA manual, this includes content, colour and printability
• Proofreading data and correcting where relevant
• Ensuring files conform to the client’s corporate guidelines (style)
• Checking images and graphics match the clients brief of colour
• Checking that files meet the printer’s specification for technical set up (the example size of the copy, thickness of lines and barcode sizing)
• To be proficient in all relevant software provided – Acrobat and Automation Engine. To utilise required systems correctly
• To be fully up to date with all master guidelines relevant to the client you are assigned to and have a working knowledge of other clients
• To communicate effectively
• To have good brand awareness, actively support the artwork department in achieving throughout the range and to follow the hero process
• To meet all required deadlines for your assigned client in conjunction with the Production Manager
• To actively participate in the pod or team you are part of, improving communication and working towards ‘a right first time’ approach

Qualifications / Requirements

• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent IT skills
• You will need to be adaptable and able to work independently
• Excellent communication