Wide-Web Flexo Printer - Ireland - £Highly Competitive Salary

Harrison Scott Associates; Ireland; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrison Scott Associates is looking for an experienced flexographic printer in Ireland to join a cutting-edge production team. The role involves operating an 8-colour wide web press, ensuring high-quality production standards, and leading print assistants. The ideal candidate should have experience in a multi-shift environment, excellent communication skills, and strong attention to detail. This is an exciting opportunity for those committed to continuous improvement and precision in printing.

Qualifications

• Experience in a multi-shift operation and ability to work to targets.
• Preferably experienced in running a modern 8-colour flexographic press.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate an 8-colour wide web printing press to agreed specifications.
• Lead print helpers and maintain cleanliness of the press area.
• Meet productivity targets while ensuring quality standards.

Skills

Exposure to deadlines

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Tools

8-colour flexographic press

Job description

Are you an experienced flexographic printer looking to join a forward-thinking business at the cutting edge of wide-web production? This is an exciting opportunity to work with modern equipment, contribute to high-profile projects, and be part of a team that takes real pride in precision, quality and continuous improvement.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Printer to operate an 8-colour wide web press, producing work to the highest print standards and ensuring smooth, efficient production.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate an 8-colour wide web printing press to agreed specifications and quality standards.
• Lead and support print helpers/assistants.
• Maintain cleanliness and carry out daily and weekly maintenance on the press and surrounding areas.
• Meet individual, team and shift productivity targets.
• Complete job set-ups efficiently while minimising ink and material usage.
• Train print helpers in press set-up, colour management and print processes.
• Follow all job set-up procedures accurately.
• Adjust and record ink formulations.
• Check and confirm colours using colour-management systems.
• Liaise with the pre-press team to minimise downtime (plate mounting, ink and material delivery, etc.).
• Carry out continuous quality checks and maintain print standards in line with ISO procedures.
• Make necessary adjustments during running to maintain safety, quality and productivity.
• Record full and accurate information on Company Specification sheets for repeatability.
• Communicate clearly with team members and give/receive instructions effectively.
• Work with the Production Manager to improve quality, processes and production efficiency.
• Keep the work area organised and report potential maintenance issues.
• Follow all safety procedures and ensure helpers do the same.

Requirements

• Experience within a multi-shift operation and the ability to work to targets and deadlines.
• Preferably experienced in running a modern 8-colour flexographic press.
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions clearly.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the role.

We ask that you only apply for any of our vacancies if you are resident in the UK and you work / have recently worked in the print, packaging or paper sectors.