Wide Web Flexographic Printer - Halesowen

KRG Holdings Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

KRG Holdings Ltd in Halesowen is seeking an experienced Wide Web Flexographic Printer to operate an 8-colour CI flexographic press and maintain tight quality standards.

You will load materials, monitor colour and registration, perform routine checks, and work with Production, Quality and Maintenance teams to minimise downtime and waste; a mixed shift pattern is required.

The role offers full-time employment with a competitive hourly rate of £15.60–£18.40, based in the West Midlands region.

Qualifications

• Experience operating an 8-colour CI flexographic press.
• Knowledge of wide-web flexographic printing processes.
• Strong colour management and registration experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate an 8-colour CI flexographic press.
• Load and prepare materials for production.
• Maintain colour, registration and print quality.
• Perform routine quality checks throughout production.
• Make adjustments to maintain print standards.
• Carry out basic maintenance and troubleshoot downtime.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality and Maintenance teams.
• Follow health & safety, housekeeping and procedures.
• Support continuous improvement and waste reduction.
• Ensure production schedules and customer specs are met.

Skills

Industrial printing

Wide-web flexo

CI presses

Colour management

Quality standards

Attention to detail

Health & safety

Team communication

Tools

Comexi press

Uteco press

Job description

Position: Wide Web Flexographic Printer - 8 Colour CI Press

Location: Halesowen
Employment: Full-time
Shifts: 4pm - 12pm
Salary: £15.60 - £18.40 p/h

My client is are currently looking for an experienced Wide Web Flexographic Printer to join their team in Halesowen.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled printer with experience operating an 8-colour CI flexographic press, particularly those with knowledge of Comexi and/or Uteco presses.

Purpose of a Wide Web Flexographic Printer:

As a Wide Web Flexographic Printer, you will be responsible for operating and monitoring the printing press to ensure production is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Setting and operating an 8-colour CI flexographic press
• Loading and preparing materials and substrates for production
• Maintaining accurate colour, registration and print quality
• Carrying out routine quality checks throughout production
• Making adjustments to maintain consistent print standards
• Carrying out basic maintenance and troubleshooting to minimise downtime
• Working closely with Production, Quality and Maintenance teams
• Following all health & safety, housekeeping and company procedures
• Supporting continuous improvement activities
• Helping to reduce waste and improve press efficiency and productivity
• Ensuring production schedules and customer specifications are consistently achieved

Ideal Skillset for a Flexographic Printer:

We are looking for an experienced and reliable printer who takes pride in producing high-quality work.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in industrial print production
• Experience operating wide-web flexographic printing presses
• Experience with 8-colour CI presses
• Good knowledge of different substrates and packaging materials
• Strong understanding of colour management and registration
• Good visual inspection and attention-to-detail skills
• Ability to identify and resolve minor press and equipment issues
• A good understanding of quality standards and production requirements
• A strong commitment to health & safety
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Previous experience within flexible packaging or packaging print manufacturing is highly desirable
• Comexi and/or Uteco press experience would be a significant advantage
• Flexibility to work a mixed shift pattern covering days, evenings and nights

What I am looking for:

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who has the practical experience, technical understanding and attention to detail required to run a high-quality CI flexographic printing operation.