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Job description
Flexographic Printer – Narrow Web
Location - Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary - £32,000 – £36,000 per annum + shift allowance
Job Type - Permanent, Full-Time
Shift Pattern - Mixture of 10 hour shifts to include mornings, days and nights (4 on / 4 off)
Company Overview -
Our client is a UK market leader in label manufacturing, producing high quality printed labels for a diverse range of sectors including FMCG, pharmaceutical, and industrial. With significant investment in state-of-the-art printing equipment and a strong focus on operator development, they are now seeking an experienced Flexographic Printer to join their Leeds-based facility.
Role Summary -
This role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining narrow web flexographic presses to deliver exceptional print quality to tight deadlines. You’ll be working in a fast-paced production environment with high attention to detail and quality control.
Key Responsibilities -
- Operate and maintain narrow web flexo presses (e.g., Mark Andy, Nilpeter, Gallus)
- Conduct press setup, colour matching, and registration
- Run print jobs across multiple substrates including PP, PE, and paper
- Perform regular quality checks and make on-the-fly adjustments
- Ensure minimal waste and downtime through efficient press management
- Work closely with print supervisors and quality teams
- Maintain accurate production records and adhere to safety protocols
Skills & Experience Required -
- Minimum 3 years' experience in flexographic printing (narrow web preferred)
- Proven ability to set up and operate multi-colour presses
- Sound understanding of colour theory and print process controls
- Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work continental shifts in a team-oriented environment
Why Join?
- Join a business investing in top-tier machinery and people
- Secure long-term role with progression opportunities
- Work in a clean, well-organised, and safety-focused print facility
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