NEW VACANCY! (PK8417)

PRINT ASSISTANT / PLATE MOUNTER

DERBYSHIRE - (Please contact me for further location details)

£OPEN (Depending On Experience) + Overtime Rate

Shifts: 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm / 10pm - 6am

My client is a leader in the packaging industry working with clients in the food, pet food, none food and medical sector. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, they pride themselves on delivering top-tier products.

They are now looking to recruit a Plate Mounting Operator to join their team. You will support the Print department following set tasks from Management & Senior Operators to ensure production and quality requirements are adhered to. Working in a constructive manner, following all guidelines and procedures regarding Safe Working, Quality, BRC & FSC standards.

Role / Responsibilities:

Maintain all housekeeping standards to ensure care and maintenance of equipment and sustain an organised, clean work environment free from debris and hazards.
Ensure that all instructions for the safe operation of any equipment is followed, and any PPE is worn, as required.
Ensure that mounting jobs are prioritised for each individual press.
Ensure the correct works order, plates and sleeves are being used prior to mount.
Ensure all plates (front & back) and sleeves are cleaned using the correct solvent.
Check that both the works order and GMG/PDF correspond with one another before continuing.
Ensure plates match GMG/PDF and correct PIFA is being used.
Align cameras to jobs specification.
Use correct mounting tape for each individual colour, as stated on works order or as appropriate.
Ensure mounting jobs are logged.
Ensure all paperwork is correctly filled out and signed on completion of required mounting job.
Communicate non-compliances with Management & Quality Department.
Organise your workload in line with the daily print programme, ensuring work is delivered against targets and customer requirements.
Locate and Inspect Plates.
Apply and Strip backing tape to sleeves using Applicator/De-mounter.
Mount printing plates onto the appropriate sleeves, ensuring compliance with the dimensions agreed with the customer, as required and demount Plates.
Operate Plate Cleaner and ensure plates are cleaned prior to filing, completing and signing the relevant control.
Store and identify printing plates for subsequent use as required.
Ensure that all established quality standards are met.
Assist with production operations as and when required including the maintenance and upkeep of relevant equipment.
Ensure that mounting is organised in line with the production schedule and no more than 48 hours in advance, as the plan is flexible and subject to change.
Accurately record production data.
Assist in performing preventative maintenance on machines as required in accordance with scheduled PPM.
Perform any miscellaneous duties requested by supervisor or management.
Establish/maintain cooperative effective working relationships with a positive attitude to teamwork