Litho Printer In Thetford
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday plus reasonable over time as required
Pay Rate: £32k - £35k per annum (depending on experience)
Technique Recruitment Solutions are looking for an experienced Lithographic Printer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in lithographic printing.
This role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining printing presses.
The position primarily is for black and white book printing on Heidelberg SM102ZP 2 col perfecting presses, but also running B2 4 colour presses.
Training will be given if an applicant has offset litho experience on other sorts of machine.
Key Responsibilities:
• Press Operation: Operate and maintain lithographic printing presses.
• Setup and Calibration: Set up printing jobs, including adjusting settings, loading materials, and calibrating the equipment for optimal performance.
• Quality Control: Monitor print quality during production runs and make necessary adjustments to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality standards.
• Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Resolve minor equipment issues to minimize downtime. Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as cleaning rollers, changing ink, and lubricating machinery.
• Production Management: Follow production schedules, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
Requirements:
• Experience: Proven experience operating lithographic printing presses preferably Heidelberg’s is essential.
• Technical Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality control.
Please note this client cannot offer VISA sponsorship at this time, only candidates with full Right to Work in the UK and relevant experience will be considered