Printer (Wide Web Flexographic Printer)

We are currently seeking to recruit a Printer. The purpose of this role is to operate an 8 colour wide web printing press equipment according to procedures and job specifications to the highest print quality standards.

· Responsible for print helpers / assistants

· Responsibility for cleanliness and general daily / weekly maintenance of printing press, press equipment and surrounding areas.

· Daily productivity responsibilities ensuring that individual, team and shift production targets set are achieved.

· Ensuring job set up in most efficient time using minimal ink and materials

· Training of print helpers on all aspects of print set up, colour management and printing

· Adhere to and follow job set procedures

· Adjusting and recording ink formulations

· Checking and confirming colours using colour management systems

· Organising / liaising with the pre-press team (plate mounting/ink delivery, material delivery, etc.) for minimum downtime

· Continuous Quality checking and confirming print standards are maintained and that all jobs are produced to the highest quality level and that the ISO quality procedures are followed.

· During print operation, determine that all necessary adjustments to the printing press to maintain safety, quality and productivity standards are determined and made.

· Recording correct and full information through the Company Specification sheets on how jobs are produced and exactly what settings are required to repeat the process.

· Must be able to communicate clearly with other team members and be able to receive and issue instructions in a clear manner

· To work with Production Manager to continually improve quality, processes and production efficiencies.

· Maintain work area in organised manner and advise the Production Manager on potential maintenance issues .

· Follow and ensure all print helpers follow all safety procedures in operating equipment and performance of job duties.

Requirements:

Preference will be given to those applicants who can demonstrate relevant experience in a multi shift operation and can work to targets and deadlines to support the maximisation of machine efficiency.

· Experience of running a modern 8 colour Flexographic Print machine preferable

· Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

· Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions

· Ability to meet physical demands of the job

· Ability to champion safety procedures

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €16.00-€18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gweedore, Gweedore, CO. Donegal F92 F44A: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 20/06/2025