Print Department Operative; x shift

Print Department Operative (3 x 12 hour shift, Wednesday to Friday, 36 hours weekly)

Full-time

Compensation: GBP 25,000 - GBP 28,000 - yearly

• The operative safely handles printing machinery—Sakurai & INO machines, setups, and administrative support tasks to deliver high-quality transfers and labels while ensuring operational compliance with standard operating procedures.
• This position operates fully on‑site at Harrogate facility.
• Set up and operate production printing equipment according to technical specifications and safety rules.
• Conduct regular quality checks to verify correct formatting, text alignment, and design accuracy.
• Maintain an organized work area, executing standard operating procedures to keep a high level of efficiency.
• Troubleshoot simple machinery or equipment issues and escalates advanced maintenance concerns promptly.
• Assist with recording production data, logging material utilization, and organizing product batches for dispatch.

• Prior experience working within a manufacturing or fast‑paced production environment.
• Prior experience using Sakurai / INO print machines is a big plus.
• High attention to detail with an ability to follow specific technical guides and instructions closely.
• Strong team spirit with the willingness to collaborate and adapt to flexible shift cycles.

• Proficiency in handling machinery operations or digital/rotary printing devices safely.
• Strong written & verbal communication abilities to log parameters accurately.

• Health & Financial Security:
  Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance, Cash Health Plan, Pension, and free annual flu vaccinations.
• Time Off & Flexibility: 25 vacation days, statutory bank holidays, parental leave, family‑friendly policies, flexible working arrangements.
• Well‑being & Development:
  Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Policy, Individual Development Discussions for career growth.
• On‑site Perks:
  Free onsite parking, free to use electric car charge points, Cycle to Work scheme, comfortable on‑site break area.
• Community Engagement: opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non‑Profit Organizations.

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact Requestacco to request an accommodation. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group.

Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.

The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool.

Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.