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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
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