Platen Operator - Hertfordshire

£negotiable on experience - Production
Ref: 735 Date Posted: Wednesday 26 Mar 2025

Platen Operator | Hertfordshire | Day and Night shifts available | £negotiable on experience

Aim Search are partnered with a Print powerhouse who are recruiting for an experienced Platen Operator who will be responsible for the safe operation, setting and running of the platen machines ensuring jobs are completed correctly within time allowed.

About the Platen Operator position:

  • Be aware of the timing required and report any issues
  • Receive the job and read the job docket to check for any issues that have been advised.
  • Follow the QC process.
  • Put the finished work in the machine holding area with the correct pallet label attached and inform the Supervisor of its location.
  • Use Optimus RDC to log start and finish of the job and enter the quantity that has been run
  • Ensure recycling procedures are followed, checking that mixed waste does not contaminate paper and card containers.
  • Report to management any unsafe working practices, hazards or accidents, following correct procedures.
  • Follow SSOW at all times
  • Change the blade
  • Complete daily machine check sheets

About the successful Platen Operator:

  • Experience working on Platen machines (ESSENTIAL)
  • To effectively follow verbal and written instructions and raise issues that arise;
  • Ability to complete paperwork in English accurately and completely, understand the importance of detail and accuracy;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Ability to work in a team environment and individually;
  • Self-managing and pro-active;

If this Platen Operator position sounds like you, please APPLY NOW for more details!