Print Finisher

Location: Derby
Salary: £30,000+ DOE
Shift Allowance: £1,200 per annum
Bonus: Up to £2,500 per annum
Overtime: Available
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are recruiting for an experienced Large Format Print Operator to join a busy and expanding production team in Derby.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced print professional looking to join a company that offers competitive earnings, overtime, training and genuine opportunities for progression
.

You will be responsible for producing high-quality large format graphics across a range of exciting projects, using UV flatbed, UV roll-to-roll and Dye Sublimation printing technology
.

Candidates with Team Leader or Supervisor experience are also encouraged to apply, as there are opportunities to take on additional responsibility as the team develops.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Setting up and operating large format printing machinery
• Operating UV flatbed, UV roll-to-roll and Dye Sublimation printers
• Preparing and RIPing artwork files for production
• Using RIP software such as Caldera, Fiery and Onyx
• Working with Adobe Creative Suite
• Carrying out routine machine maintenance, cleaning and nozzle checks
• Monitoring print quality, colour consistency and registration
• Troubleshooting basic machine and production issues
• Assisting with finishing, including trimming, laminating and mounting
• Working to production schedules and deadlines
• Maintaining high standards of quality throughout the production process
• Keeping the production area clean, safe and organised
• Supporting other areas of the production team when required

We are looking for someone with previous experience in large format print, digital print or a similar production environment
.

Ideally, you will have experience with:

• UV flatbed and/or roll-to-roll printing
• Dye Sublimation
• Large format digital print production
• RIP software such as Caldera, Fiery or Onyx
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Print finishing
• Working to tight production deadlines

Team Leaders and Supervisors with a strong technical print background are also welcome to apply.

You’ll need a hand-on, flexible and reliable approach
, with good attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a busy production environment.

A willingness to work overtime when required, including occasional Saturdays during particularly busy periods, is also important.

The role operates on a rotating shift pattern:

Monday-Thursday

• 6:00am - 2:30pm
• 11:30am - 8:00pm

Friday

• 7:30am - 4:00pm

A £1,200 annual shift allowance is paid in addition to the basic salary.

• £30,000+ basic salary
  , depending on experience
• £1,200 annual shift allowance
• Annual bonus of up to £2,500 after qualifying period
• 31 days' holiday
  , including bank holidays
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Overtime opportunities
• Training and development
• Career progression opportunities

The role is based in Derby
.

Due to the shift pattern, candidates should ideally live within approximately 30 minutes of Derby
, although commutes of up to around 45 minutes may be considered.