Trainee Inspection Finisher / Rewind Operator

Reflexlabels; Boston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Reflex Labels in Boston is looking for a Trainee Inspection Finisher / Rewind Operator to join our site. This entry-level role provides full training to operate rewind and inspection machinery and to ensure finished products meet quality and customer specifications.

You will load master reels, learn machinery setup, inspect with AVT systems, and help maintain quality across production runs, with clear records and safety at the core.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role for individuals seeking to begin a career in print production.

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading master reels per job specifications.
• Learn to safely operate rewind and inspection machines.
• Set up equipment, including mandrels, cores, and blades.
• Slit reels to required widths following safety procedures.
• Use AVT inspection systems to identify substandard print.
• Maintain product quality during production runs.
• Label finished reels per requirements.
• Print and apply traceability labels as needed.
• Follow line clearance procedures and keep records.
• Assist with basic maintenance and calibration of machinery.

Tools

AVT inspection system

Job description

Trainee Inspection Finisher/ Rewind Operator

Established in 2002, the Reflex Group is now the largest privately owned print and packaging company in the UK having grown to over1000employees across 27sites in the UK,Europe,Americaand Australia. The company prides itself on quality, efficiency, ethics, and low environmental impact whilst being innovative and dynamic. The company has an opportunity forAssistant Accountantin our Mansfield or Leicester site.

Location:Boston, UK

Position type:Full time,Permanent

Working Hours:Week 1: 06:00 – 14:00 (Mon–Thu), 06:00 – 13:00 (Fri),Week 2: 14:00 – 22:00 (Mon–Thu), 13:00 – 20:00 (Fri)

About the Role

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Inspection Finisher / Rewind Operator to join our team at our Reflex Labels site in Boston.

This is an entry-level role suited to individuals looking to begin a career in print production. You will receive full training to learn how to operate rewind and inspection machinery, ensuring finished products meet quality and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with loading master reels in line with job specifications
• Learn to operate rewind and inspection machines safely and efficiently
• Support in setting up equipment, including mandrels, cores, and blades
• Assist with slitting reels to required widths following safety procedures
• Use inspection systems (such as AVT) to identify and remove substandard print
• Help maintain product quality throughout production runs
• Label finished reels accurately according to company and customer requirements
• Print and apply traceability labels as required
• Follow line clearance procedures after each job and maintain accurate records
• Assist with basic maintenance and calibration of machinery