Quality Control Operator

Matthews International; Witham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company in the UK is seeking a Proofreader/Quality Control Operator. In this role, you will check and proofread digital files for accuracy, ensuring compliance with client guidelines and printer specifications. Excellent attention to detail is essential, and adaptability is key. This position allows for hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Adaptability and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Check digital files according to QA manual.
• Proofread data and make corrections.
• Ensure files meet client guidelines.
• Check images and graphics for accuracy.
• Ensure files meet printer specifications.
• Be proficient in relevant software.
• Stay updated with master guidelines.
• Support artwork department and follow processes.
• Meet deadlines with Production Manager.
• Participate actively in the team.

Tools

Acrobat

Automation Engine

Job description

With more than 150 years of industry-leading experience, the businesses of SGS & Co and SGK are uniting to form SGX—a powerful force in innovative packaging production. Building on the legacy of trusted service since 1947 and 1953, SGX will deliver the full suite of packaging graphics, plate and cylinder production, and metal deco services to brand owners, retailers, and printers—all with a focus on reducing complexity, delivering flawless in-market execution, and leveraging global reach to drive consistency and impact at scale.

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

You will be responsible for

• 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 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

You will have:

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

The businesses of SGS & Co and SGK have united to form Propelis, a go-to-market ecosystem that enables marketers to move their brands forward with greater speed, clarity, and confidence. Our broad range of integrated solutions include brand creative, packaging, print solutions, branded environments, and content production. Services are delivered through our family of brands: SGX, Marks, Equator, Collide, and 5Flow. With a combined legacy spanning more than 150 years, Propelis commences operations with 10,000 employees in 30+ countries, nearly $1 billion in annual sales, and a diverse client base of over 2,000 leading companies.