Print Operator

Large Format Print Operator

Derby
£30,000+ DOE + Shift Allowance + Annual Bonus + Overtime
Full-Time | Permanent

Join a Growing Large Format Print Team

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing business within the large format print industry, looking to add two experienced Large Format Print Operators to its production team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with the latest print technology on a wide variety of innovative projects within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you're passionate about print, take pride in producing high-quality work and enjoy working with cutting-edge equipment, we'd love to hear from you.

For candidates with previous Team Leader or Production Supervisor experience, there may also be opportunities to step into a more senior position.

The Role

As a Large Format Print Operator, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality graphics from start to finish, working across both UV Large Format and Dye Sublimation print technologies.

Your responsibilities will include:

Setting up and operating a range of large format print equipment, including UV flatbed, roll-to-roll and Dye Sublimation printers
RIPping customer artwork and preparing print-ready files using industry-standard software
Monitoring print quality, colour consistency and production output
Performing routine machine maintenance, nozzle checks and basic fault finding
Supporting the finishing department with trimming, laminating, mounting and finishing tasks when required
Working to production schedules and ensuring customer deadlines are achieved
Maintaining a safe, clean and organised production environmentAbout You

To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have:

Previous experience within a large format print production environment
Experience operating UV and/or Dye Sublimation print machinery
Knowledge of RIP software such as Caldera, Fiery, ONYX or similar
Excellent attention to detail and quality standards
A flexible approach and willingness to work overtime during busy periods, including occasional Saturdays
The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environmentCandidates with previous Team Leader or Supervisory experience are particularly encouraged to apply.

Ideally, you'll live within approximately 30-45 minutes of Derby.

Working Hours

This role operates on a rotating shift pattern:

6:00am - 2:30pm
11:30am - 8:00pm (Monday to Thursday)
7:30am - 4:00pm (Friday)What's on Offer?

£30,000+ basic salary (depending on experience)
Annual shift allowance
Performance bonus(following the qualifying period)
Overtime available, including occasional Saturdays
Company pension
31 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays
Ongoing training and genuine career progression opportunities
Free on-site parking
Opportunity to work with industry-leading print technology on a diverse range of exciting projectsIf you're an experienced Large Format Print Operator looking for a long-term opportunity with a forward-thinking business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion