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Print Assistant
Location: Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9RZ
Salary: £25,636 to £37,639 per annum + Attractive Benefits Package!
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Shifts: Shift work to support a 24/7 operation
Benefits: Ongoing training and development, Funding for role specific professional qualifications, Banded salary grades to support progression, 19 Days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays (11.5 hours days) plus annual Christmas shut down, Full uniform / PPE supplied, Discretionary bi-annual bonus scheme, Contributory pension scheme, Cycle to work scheme and Flu and eye test vouchers
Saica is one of the leading European players in the development and production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard with a production of 2.5 million tons of paper.
With more than 10,000 employees across Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, UK, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg, The Netherlands and The USA, Saica Group has four business divisions: recycled paper production for corrugated cardboard (PAPER), recyclable materials recovery (NATUR), production of corrugated packaging (PACK) and flexible packaging (FLEX).
Sustainability at Saica begins with our values – we care, we value and we challenge.
About the role – Print Assistant
As our Print Assistant you will support the lead printer with operating a flexographic print machine whilst ensuring your print operations are conducted in a safe and controlled manner.
You will work with the Printer to maximise press uptime in line with KPI’s, taking account of running speeds and opportunities to achieve operational efficiencies.
Additionally, you will be responsible for:
- Setting up and operating print machinery safely and efficiently, maintaining health, safety, hygiene, and housekeeping standards
- Working to site standards for BRC, ISO, and A2 environmental compliance
- Following lean manufacturing techniques, including SMED and 5S principles, and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintaining press consumables, including loading/unloading reels and inks
- Operating the press in the absence of the Lead Printer and during rest breaks
- Identifying and reporting non-conformities, supporting resolution as needed
- Assisting in training colleagues when required
- Contributing to smooth shift handovers and keep presses in good operational condition
- Assisting with cleaning and maintenance of print equipment
- Collaborating with colleagues (e.g., Ink Technicians, Mounters) to maintain production standards
- Providing flexibility by supporting other production areas, including operating Conversion/Slitting machinery
In order to be successful in this role you must have:
- Part or fully trained Printer, preferably with flexographic experience
- Relevant Print NVQ Level 2 or 3 an advantage
- Additional qualifications e.g. fire safety, first aid etc. an advantage but not essential
- Good level of literacy and numeracy, preferably GCSE level in English and Maths
- Previous print experience, preferably flexographic with experience of solvent based inks
- Background in manufacturing, either label or packaging printing
- Exposure to Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement techniques an advantage
- Considerable exposure to quality, health, safety and environmental standards and practices within a production setting
Saica is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
If you feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role then please click “APPLY” and submit your up to date CV and covering letter for consideration.
No agencies please.
