Reprographic Mac Operator

Graphic Brands; Ossett; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Brands is seeking a Reprographic Mac Operator to join our Ossett team. You will prepare artwork for Flexographic and Digital print, perform thorough quality checks, and ensure compliance with customer specs.

The role requires attention to detail, proactive problem solving, and the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Based in Ossett, this full-time, permanent position offers opportunities to contribute to process improvements and collaborate with a skilled

Qualifications

• Experience as a Reprographic Operator in print/packaging/labels.
• Experience preparing artwork for Flexographic and Digital print.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare artwork files from specifications for Flexographic and Digital print production.
• Step and quality check files prior to output for plate production and digital press.
• Carry out quality checks on own work and colleagues to maintain standards.
• Ensure artwork complies with customer specs and internal requirements.
• Work efficiently to meet production deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of reprographic processes and workflows.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency across projects.

Skills

Reprographic Operator experience

Artwork prep Flexographic & Digital

Attention to detail

Quality control

Deadline management

Communication & teamwork

Proactive approach

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Esko Automation Engine

Job description

Reprographic Mac Operator – Graphic Brands

Established in 2002, the Reflex Group is now the largest privately owned print and packaging company in the UK, employing over 1000 people across multiple global sites. We pride ourselves on quality, efficiency, ethics, innovation, and maintaining a low environmental impact.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Reprographic Mac Operator to join our team at Graphic Brands in Ossett.

Location: Ossett, UK

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts 6-2 / 2-10 Monday to Thursday and 6-1 / 1- 8 Friday with an expectation to work overtime to meet the business demands when required.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Working from print specifications, prepare artwork files for both Flexographic and Digital print production.
• Step and quality check files prior to output for Flexographic plate production and Digital Press printing.
• Carry out thorough quality control checks on single-unit and stepped files to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Quality check both your own work and that of colleagues, maintaining high standards at all times.
• Ensure all artwork complies with customer specifications and internal production requirements.
• Work efficiently to meet production deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of reprographic processes and workflows.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Reprographic Operator within a print, packaging, or label production environment.
• Experience preparing artwork files for both Flexographic and Digital print processes.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.
• Ideally, experience using Esko Automation Engine (AE) and associated workflows.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent quality control skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively to tight deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive approach with a commitment to producing high-quality work.