Trainee Printer

SAICA FLEX UK LTD; Wigan; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly atmosphere

Progression opportunities

Employee of the Month Award

Holiday entitlement of 22 days

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme (£500)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Discount Platform

Eye test vouchers

Free tea/coffee

Job summary

SAICA FLEX UK LTD is seeking a Trainee Printer to join their dynamic team in Wigan. The role involves operating and maintaining print machinery to ensure quality standards are met. Candidates should have a good level of literacy and numeracy, with flexibility in shifts required.

The position offers numerous benefits, including progression opportunities, holiday entitlement, and employee recognition programs.

Qualifications

• Partly or fully trained Printer, preferably with flexographic experience.
• Good level of literacy and numeracy, preferably GCSE level in English and Maths.
• Fluent English – ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Help set up and operate print machinery safely.
• Operate in line with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Maintain press consumables and assist with equipment maintenance.

Skills

Flexographic experience

Good level of literacy and numeracy

Effective communication in English

Education

GCSE in English and Maths

Job description

Job Overview

We are offering an exciting opportunity to work as a Trainee Printer at Saica Flex, part of the Saica Group.

Responsibilities

• Help set up and operate print machinery to optimum levels in a safe working manner, ensuring that the machinery and surrounding area are maintained in line with required health, safety, environmental, hygiene and housekeeping standards.
• Operate in line with site health and safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Work in line with site standards for BRC, ISO and A2 environmental.
• Operate processes in line with lean manufacturing techniques including SMED and the 5S principles; when required, participate in continuous improvement initiatives within Production.
• Maintain press consumables to ensure a continuous supply, including loading and offloading of master reels and inks on the print press.
• Manage and operate the press in the absence of the Lead Printer, including rest breaks.
• Spot and report any non-conformities to the Lead Printer or Shift Manager and support resolution as required.
• Assist with general cleaning and maintenance of print equipment.
• Work with colleagues in other areas such as Ink Technicians, Mounters and others to maintain production standards.

Qualifications

• Partly or fully trained Printer, preferably with flexographic experience.
• Additional qualifications such as fire safety or first aid are an advantage but not essential.
• Good level of literacy and numeracy, preferably GCSE level in English and Maths.
• Ideally previous print experience and a background in a manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement techniques, or to quality, health, safety and environmental standards in a production setting, is an advantage.
• Fluent English – ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and understand both written and verbal work instructions.

Shift Pattern

Printers operating the F&K machine will work a 12 hour shift pattern spread over a rotating 4 week cycle: Week 1 – 4 nights, 3 off; Week 2 – 3 days, 1 off, 3 nights; Week 3 – 3 off, 4 days; Week 4 – 7 off. A reasonable level of fitness is required as the role involves lifting and bending.

Benefits

• Friendly atmosphere
• Progression opportunities
• Employee of the Month Award (monthly and annually)
• Holiday entitlement 22 days inclusive of bank holidays
• Company Sick Pay Scheme (available after 12 months of continuous service)
• Refer a Friend Scheme (£500)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Discount Platform
• Eye test vouchers
• Free tea/coffee

Equal Opportunities

Saica Group is committed to occupational risk prevention for its employees and partner companies, environmental protection, the quality of its products and services, and equal opportunities between men and women.