Print Assistant
Job in
Buxton, York County, Maine, 04093, USA
Listed on 2026-06-29
Listing for:
SAICA PACK
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-29
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Machine Operator, Production Associate / Production Line
Job Description & How to Apply Below
At Saica Group, we have integrated the circular economy into our business model, embracing sustainability as the key to achieving a more responsible production system. At Saica Flex, you’ll be part of the circle!
We believe in talent, professional growth, and making a positive impact on the world. If you're looking for a dynamic environment where every day is an opportunity to innovate and create a better world, Saica Group is the place for you!
Job:
Print Assistant
Job Description:
M ain Responsibilities/Overall Purpose You will be responsible for supporting the Lead Printer with operating a flexographic print machine whilst ensuring your print operations are conducted in a safe and controlled manner in line with the required standards and operating procedures. You will work with the Printer to maximize press uptime in line with KPI’s, taking account of running speeds and opportunities to achieve operational efficiencies.
Specific Tasks/Accountabilities Help set up and operate print machinery to optimum levels in a safe working manner, ensuring that the machinery and surrounding area are maintained in line with required health, safety, environmental, hygiene and housekeeping standards. Ensure that all spills are logged and cleaned immediately. Operate in line with site health and safety, environmental and quality standards.
Work in line with site standards for BRC, ISO & A2 environmental.
Operate processes in line with lean manufacturing techniques including SMED and the 5S principles. When required, participate in continuous improvement initiatives within Production.
Maintain press consumables to ensure a continuous supply including loading/offloading of master reels and loading/offloading of inks on the print press.
Manage and operate the press in the absence of the Lead Printer, including rest breaks.
Spot and report any non-conformities to the Lead Printer or Shift Manager and support resolution as required.
Support the training of colleagues as and when required.
When required, contribute to shift handovers to ensure a smooth transition and continuous production. As a matter of routine, ensure the press is in an appropriate operational condition and in the absence of the Lead Printer, make sure that the next shift has been briefed on where production is up to and any other relevant production issues.
Assist with general cleaning and maintenance of print equipment.
Work with colleagues in other areas e.g. Ink Technicians, Mounters etc. to maintain production standards.
Display flexibility to support other areas of Production as and when required, including operating other machinery such as Conversion/Slitting machinery.
Undertake any other duties as requested by their line manager in accordance with the scope and the responsibilities of the role Skills, Qualifications & Attributes Qualifications/training
Part or fully trained Printer, preferably with flexographic experience
Relevant Print NVQ Level 2 or 3 an advantage
Additional qualifications e.g. fire safety, first aid etc. an advantage but not essential
Good level of literacy and numeracy, preferably GCSE level in English and Maths Professional experience
Previous print experience, preferably flexographic with experience of solvent based inks Background in manufacturing, either label or packaging printing
Exposure to Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement techniques an advantageQ.S.E. knowledge/training
Considerable exposure to quality, health, safety and environmental standards and practices within a production setting
Other Requirements The role operates 12 hour shifts across a 4 week Continental shift pattern:
Week 1 – 4 nights, 3 offWeek 2 – 3 days, 1 off, 3 nights
Week 3 – 3 off, 4 days
Week 4 – 7 off Shift patterns can be subject to change, dependant on business requirements.
A reasonable level of fitness is required as the role involves some physical activity e.g. lifting & bending.
Work Experience:
Production
Education:
GCSEs…
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