UV Flexographic Printer

Advantage are currently looking for a Printer with UV Flexographic Printing experience, to work for one of our clients in the Leeds area, on a Permanent basis.

The primary objective of the role of a printer is the responsibility for the print quality of the product.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities, Duties will include but will not be limited to

• Ability to identify & understand print specs on work.


• Locate correct materials relating to individual job cards.


• Ensure plates are mounted correctly.


• Ensure inks are mixed to the correct colour match using the equipment provided.


• Thread web through machine following correct route, set ink, varnish & register.


• Setting of clock / counter for final reelage.


• Setting of machine tensions for specific materials using controls.


• Carrying out in process inspections, visual checks & highlighting any print fault.


• Ensuring that all operations are carried out and complete necessary paperwork /Job cards completed to ISO standards as outlined in company manuals.


• Responsibility for keeping a clean & organized working environment in accordance with the BRC/IoP requirements.


• Working to strict deadlines whilst maintaining quality control.


• Responsible for checking off other printer’s 1st off reels.


• Weekend work will occasionally be required & be prepared to work across different OPM locationss

Additional Skills & Experience

• Flexographic Printing/ Label Printing experience is essential


• Have strong organisational skills and the ability to work with initiative.


• Be calm, level-headed, and be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.


• Be flexible and able to make decisions quickly.


• Be comfortable working in a hands-on, practical situation.


• Interested in preventing errors and solving problems.


• Operate a variety of standard office machines, including a personal computer and a variety of computer software, phone, fax, calculator and photocopy machine if necessary.

Hours of work

The shifts are based on a 3 shift rotating system which is:

• Early shift - 37½hrs/week – working Monday to Friday – 6am to 2pm Monday to Thursday and 6am to 12.45pm on a Friday.


• Late shift - 37½hrs/week – working Monday to Friday – 2pm to 10pm Monday to Thursday and 12.45pm to 7.30pm on a Friday.


• Night shift - 38¾hrs/week – working Sunday to Thursday – 10pm to 6 am

Benefits & Salary:

• Salary is between £30,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.


• Holidays: 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.


• You will be auto enrolled in to the Company Pension Scheme.


• Death in Service Benefit’ – this is twice your annual salary whilst employed


• Company Events


• Onsite Car Parking Onsite Gym


• Salary between £30,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience