Lithographic Offset Printer

The Smurfit Kappa Group plc are Europe's leading corrugated packaging company and one of the leading paper-based packaging companies in the world. An industry leader with 46,000 employees globally, 350 production sites around the world, with locations in23 countries in Europe and 13 countries in the Americas.

Smurfit Kappa Corrugated UK are;
- Open to considering flexible working, such as part-time hours, hybrid working and other flexible options.
- Happy to offer a wide range of Family Friendly policies including emergency time off for dependants and to provide generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave provisions for our valued colleagues.

A vacancy has arisen for an experienced Lithographic Offset Printer to join the business, reporting into the Print Manager. This role will form part of a wider crew responsible for the operation of the printing presses and will support the existing Lithoteam.

**Main responsibilities include**:

- To lead the team running KBA 162 machine.
- To ensure all Health & Safety & PPE requirements are adhered to at all times.
- To maintain current best working practices.
- To report any non-conformities to the Print Manager immediately.
- Housekeeping and maintenance of machines.
- Performing regular QC checks in line to ISO requirements.
- Any other duties as required by the Print Manager.
- To work in accordance with all company certifications.
- Actively engage and participate in all elements of Health and Safety requirements, whilst utilising the Health and Safety systems available.
- Learn and understand the following - Paper Awareness / Ink matching, colour technology and management / Machine setting and problem solving / Production efficiency.

**Skills, knowledge & experience desired**:

- Experience of working within a busy manufacturing environment.
- Someone with previous experience of running a large machine or working on a KBA 162 would be an advantage.
- Knowledge of coating systems & driers would be advantageous although training can be given.
- Excellent attention to detail, methodical in their approach and ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Have an excellent eye for colour.
- Be an all-round team player.
- Strong technical ability.

**In addition it is offered**:

- 25 days per year of holiday plus statutory Bank Holidays.
- Pension Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme for Employee and immediate family.
- Training & Development opportunities.

The standard working hours are 3 shift rotation Monday to Friday (6am - 1.30pm; 1.30pm
- 9pm, 9pm-6am).