Print Operative

**Job Purpose**

To gain all the skills, knowledge, experience and confidence necessary to become a Print Machine Operator; and be able to operate as part of an integrated crew on a machine.

**Specific Responsibilities**

Development
- Optimize opportunities to learn and extend technical skills and knowledge at all times, under the direction of trained/qualified Operators and Managers.

Working Practices
- Ensure compliance with all existing systems, standards and procedures within the specific work area to satisfy both company and customer requirements - including ISO quality, hygiene, health & safety and environmental standards.
- Assist in organizing the workplace to achieve high standards of housekeeping, and report any defects, hazards and/or issues to the relevant personnel immediately.
- Carry out specific tasks and duties as directed, in accordance with learning programme, current skills level and targets agreed.

Production
- Work with a number of crews to gain experience in all aspects of full colour carton printing:

- Preparing the machines ready to start printing
- Full make ready including fit and colour
- Diagnosing and rectifying running faults
- Maintaining all documentation
- Understand, and be able to arrange and provide effective and timely supply of all consumables to the area, as required to meet the production plan (including boards, inks, plates and consumable chemistry etc).
- Monitor production and carry out removal of all waste materials to correct locations away from the printing area.
- Maintain a flexible attitude towards production requirements, to meet Company objectives and targets.
- Interact effectively with crew members, assisting as directed in other tasks as required, and learning the skills required to lead a team.

**Performance Indicators**
- Attendance
- Timekeeping
- Attitude
- Team Player
- Quality
- Full Colour Vision
- Ability to understand clear written and verbal instructions
- Maths and English GCSE or equivalent pass required

**Interpersonal Skills**
- Reliability
- Ability to work as a team player and follow instructions
- Self-motivated
- Good understanding of procedures and processes
- Highly responsible, reliable and flexible with a strong work ethic
- Quality and safety conscious
- Punctual, presentable with a good attendance

**Core Values**

Integrity

Acts with honesty in actions and in communicating with others. Leads by example. Keeps promises, meets commitments and takes pride in work. Respects policies and lives up to the trust others place in them.

Relationships

Has a positive attitude. Communicates in an open and direct manner. Considers the needs of others before taking action. Uses differences as an opportunity to explore new ideas, increase understanding and combine strengths.

Accountability

Takes personal responsibility for doing the job to the best of their ability. Acts with initiative, learns from experiences, shares knowledge and strives to continually improve performance. Is dependable and can be counted on to deliver results. Looks out for the safety of others. Effectively utilizes resources.

Teamwork

Shares goals and works with others to achieve them. Encourages others to be involved and supports their ideas. Helps others without being asked. Reaches across departments and Business Units to increase knowledge and gain experience. Celebrates success.

Respect

Values the unique skills and abilities of others. Actively listens to other employee's ideas and honors diverse opinions. Appreciates everyone's contributions and recognizes accomplishments. Shows common courtesy to others and customers. Actively works to maintain an environment that is open, honest, supportive and fulfilling.

**Salary**: £35,486.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person