Number 1 Printer - #1787522

Questech are recruiting on behalf of our client in Leeds for an experienced Number 1 Printer.

This client are experiencing substantial growth and are looking to expand their team.

If you're looking to embark on a career with an industry leading business then this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

To print a quality image and / or text on to reels of film, ensuring that it meets customer design and specification.

Duties:

• To set up the print press to the correct specification set out on the order sheet
• Remove and replace sleeves
• Change mandrills as required / Change Anilox rollers as required / Change doctor blades as required
• Enter job description on OCS screen
• Set machine tensions
• Set ink and plate pressures to “kiss touch” either by smartGPS or manual machine controls
• Set into register either by smartGPS or manual machine controls
• Carry out mounting checks
• Match colours in conjunction with Ink Technician, using the supplied instructions for either new designs or repeat orders
• Check ink viscosity / Check colour match using Xrite colour computer / Check bar codes / Check text using light box
• Ensure all checks are counter signed by printer No 2 or other authorised person
• During run mode
• Monitor ink control
• Set up AVT / Eltromat system
• Maintain quality checks
• Sort out defects by splicing out faulty film
• Produce traceability labels

Key responsibilities

• Understand and work to the standards in the Company Health & Safety Policy at all times comply with the Employees Duties and Responsibilities referenced in the Company Health & Safety Policy
• Comply with the Company Accident Reporting / First Aid Procedures and the Company Near Hit / Close Call Reporting Procedures understand the RM safety rules and adhere to them at all times
• Understand the principle of risk assessment and to always follow safe methods of work and the control measures applicable to specific jobs
• Ensure earthing clips are fixed to all required ink and solvent containers
• Ensure all open ink and solvent containers have lids fitted and ink pumps have lids closed to reduce fugitive emissions
• Always work and behave in a safe and responsible manner,
• Comply with all instructions given with regard to health and safety
• At all times wear the appropriate PPE, that is “fit for purpose” and to replace any PPE that is not
• Complete and successfully pass all training within the required time frame
• Be aware of your responsibilities and to act within the guidelines of the Company Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Policy (COSHH)
• Report any acts of unsafe behaviour or potentially dangerous conditions to the Shift Manager or to the H& Manager
• Constantly consider ways to improve health and safety and to inform the Shift Manager or SHE H&S Manager of these
• Only operate machinery or do any jobs in which you have received full training and have been signed as competent to do so

The shifts:

Monday to Friday - 12 hour shifts - Days and Nights

The salary for this role is between £40,000pa - £45,000pa (Dependant on Experience)

For more information regarding this position contact

Laura Riding

Questech Recruitment Ltd