Press Assistant

**About Tradeprint**:
Innovative, Creative and Progressive, not words you would normally associate with a historic industry like print but we like to do things a little differently at Tradeprint and we hope you do too

We are a technology led, trade printer based in Dundee. As part of the Cimpress group, the largest print manufacturer in the world, we are leading the way in mass customisation. Using Ecommerce as our primary route to market, we’re here to change the print world, and you can help us

With exciting plans for fast growth, we are always looking to add more dedicated, passionate and dynamic people to our remarkable team. To achieve our ambitious goals, we empower our people and they drive the business forward with creativity, enthusiasm and a fierce determination to delight our customers.

**About the Role**:
As a Press Assistant you will work closely with a printer in a team of 2 or 3. You contribute to the smooth running of the Press and will assist the printers with a range of activities including:

- Identify tile-ups that are to be printed.
- Handling and loading plates
- Preparing and storing paper
- Changing Ink Barrels and replenishing chemicals
- Moving pallets of printed jobs and consumables to the appropriate area
- Following Health and Safety Procedures
- Cleaning, Maintenance and General Housekeeping
- An enthusiastic approach
- Fantastic communication skills
- The ability to stay calm under pressure
- A desire to be efficient and resolve issues quickly and thoroughly

For applicants under 19 or up to 24 who meet set criteria, we can combine this role with a **Modern Apprenticeship in the Printing Industry.**

Applicants wishing to be considered as an apprentice must have four qualifications at National 5 level or above, including Maths and English. Core Skills for Numeracy and ICT at level 5 is desirable.

**This role is a permanent full-time role, we operate 24/7 and this role will work 12 hour shifts including days and nights.**

In addition to salary we have a range of benefits including:

- Paid breaks
- Birthday Day Off
- Health cash plan (including optical and dental cover)
- Life cover
- Volunteer Time Off
- Employee discounts for our own products and related brands
- A discount site including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets and other leisure and shopping discounts

**We cultivate a values driven company culture which includes**:

- A strong focus on learning and development
- Recognition awards
- Regular company social events and opportunities for connection

Pay: From £27,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

- Are you able to work a range of shift patterns, including night shift?

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person