Printing Operative

Printing Operative

Salary: £28,000 - £29,000 p/a DOE;
Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex;
Hours: Monday to Friday 7am - 4pm;
Contract: Permanent;
Leave: 31 days annual leave including bank holidays;
Benefits: life insurance;
Parking: onsite parking.

A well-established, leading UK mailing company currently has an exciting opportunity for a Printing Operative to join their team based in Burgess Hill, West Sussex. Reporting to the Production Team Leader, you will play a key role in supporting the production, fulfilment, and distribution of mail within a busy and fast-paced environment.

• Operate and oversee all digital printers within the print room
• Set up, run, and monitor print jobs according to job specifications
• Ensure consistent print quality, colour accuracy, and correct finishing
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting of printers
• Load paper, inks, toners, and other consumables as required
• Manage print queues and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines
• Identify and report technical faults or maintenance issues promptly
• Follow health & safety procedures and manufacturer guidelines
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient print room environment
• Work closely with colleagues, designers, or production staff to ensure job requirements are met

We are looking for someone with a positive attitude and a "can-do" mentality. Basic numeracy, written skills, and computer literacy are desirable, along with strong organisational and planning abilities. You should be self-motivated, able to use your initiative, and work well both independently and as part of a team. Good communication skills and flexibility to work overtime when required are highly desirable.

Prior experience as a Print Finisher if preferred but not essential.

This role could suit someone who has worked as a Digital Printing Operative, Print Production Operative or Print Finisher.

Founded in 1985, this organisation has been a trusted provider of innovative worldwide mailing solutions for over 30 years. With global partnerships and a strong emphasis on ethics and quality, they pride themselves on delivering high-quality, cost-effective mailing services to businesses of all sizes.

• £28,000 - £29,000 p/a depending on experience
• Permanent position
• 31 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Life insurance
• Limited onsite parking available
• Monday to Friday, 7am - 4pm