Flexographic Printer Assistant

THE ROLE Essential to ensuring the smooth operation of flexographic presses by assisting the press operator with setup, material handeling and maintenance. The ideal candidate will be mechanically inclined, good attention to detail and eager to learn flexographic printing process. You will be working within a fast paced on demand print environment. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE prepare and stage materials such as substrates, inks and printing plates clean anilox rollers, ink pans and other press components monitor ink quality, alertthe operator to any inconsistencies help with press maintenance and basic trouble shooting tasks manage waste and ensure proper disposal of materials keep press area clean and stocked with supplies accurately complete production documentation and job records follow all safety protocols and company proceedures YOU MUST HAVE a willingness to learn and be part of a dedicated hard working team flexible, with the ability to work in a high pressure environment excellent attention to detail strong communication skills, and work well in a team must be able to read and interpret documents correctly such as safty rules,operating and procedure manuals EXPERIENCE PREFERRED- But we can offer training Previous experience in the flexographic or similar print industry familiar with inks and substrateswould be an advantage( training can be given) previous experience in a manufacturing environment WHAT TO EXPECT £13.50 per hour plus overtime and shift allowance Hours of work - 40 Holidays 30 per anumn (includes bank holidays) Immediate start, shift flexibilty essential, uniforms provided Auto enrolled into Company Pension Scheme