Digital Printer Operator - Signs

The Role

Responsible for the operation of Flatbed and Roll‑to‑Roll UV printer and cutting equipment;
Canon and Zund machinery, to manufacture commercial and bespoke signage. Complete audits as requested and contribute to the annual stock check. Working as part of the signs operations team and providing full operational support to all areas of the business.

Production

Responsible for the manufacturing of commercial and bespoke signage using the Canon flatbed printing machine, working with the Team Leader ensuring the machine is utilised to maximum capacity.

Laminating and vinyl cutting operations. Mounting and laying up vinyl to various substrates. CNC router operation, operating a seamless manufacture process from print to cut.

Commercial

Maintain accurate stock levels within the system by ensuring orders are picked accurately. Report stock issues and highlight where customer orders could potentially be delayed. Complete stock audits as requested, feeding back to the Team Leader and Quality Team. Support the business during annual stock checks.

Quality

Ensure works are carried out in accordance with processes. Contribute to continuous improvement by providing suggestions and feedback to Team Leaders and Management. Work to agreed timescales, updating the Team Leader on progress, and maintain good communication with Team Leaders and Management at all times. All orders are to be wrapped, banded and packaged as per delivery method.

HSEQ

Complete tasks in accordance with the risk assessments, notify the Team Leader of any potential noncompliance. Report accidents and near misses. Ensure correct PPE is used. Maintain excellent levels of housekeeping, ensuring areas are free from waste and trip hazards. Complete routine checks and cleaning process for equipment used as required.

Key measures & targets

• Utilisation of equipment
• Quality of Canon and Zund area and maintenance of equipment

Waste Reduction

Maintain waste reduction measures as part of operational focus.

Key Relationships:
Signs Team Leader;
Sign Operations Team.

• Previous experience within the sign print industry, specifically with large format/wide format signage using a wide range of substrates
• Knowledge of flatbed and roll‑to‑roll UV printers;
  Oce Arizona etc
• Experience in mounting, laminating, cutting and weeding
• Attention to detail and ability to follow process
• Ability to work well within a team, offering support to others

• Forklift Licence

• Competitive salary
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical
• 25 days annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days
• 8 hours volunteering
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice
• Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)
• Leadership & management training and coaching
• Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support career progression
• Development supported by internal and externally delivered training