operator Hungerford, England
Job description
Company Overview
Over thirty eight years and five locations later Berkshire Labels continues to move forward with continual investment, innovation and unrivalled passion, becoming one of the largest privately owned label companies in the UK.
The purpose built manufacturing site has the perfect blend of Conventional UV Flexographic and HP Digital printing, Silk Screen and Foil capabilities, complemented by a full in-house pre-press department that provides complete control over colour management.
We are seeking a motivated individual to join our studio team at Berkshire Labels, as a Reprographics Artworker in a permanent position reporting to the Studio Manager.
What to expect:
A fantastic career opportunity for a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual with a desire to assist in taking an already thriving studio to the next level.
What we expect:
Enthusiasm, versatility and drive.
The ideal candidate will have experience within a high pressured reprographics environment. Primarily, you will be able to demonstrate the ability to adapt and create artwork based upon different print and finishing processes to meet the clients desired outcome. Due to the variety each brief offers, including digital and conventional print processes printing onto many different formats from self adhesive labels to shrink sleeves, versatility and the desire to learn will be key. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is essential with experience of Esko plugins, automated workflows and GMG colour management as an added advantage.
Routine Responsibilities:
- Preparing customer supplied artwork for various print processes
- Colour matching using our GMG integrated process once customer approval received
- Sending print ready files to press using automated workflows
- Liaising with account managers to ensure the client gets their desired outcome
- Liaising with press operators to ensure the best outcome is achieved
Experience/Skills:
- Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis on Illustrator & Photoshop
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Works well in a team environment
- Flexible
- Detail-oriented, well organised and able to work well with minimal supervision
- Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge effectively
- Able to work well under pressure
- Good eye for detail including colour matching
- Knowledge of digital/flexographic printing processes (desired, training will be given)
Salary: Negotiable, £23,000 to £26,000 per year (dependant on experience)
This role involves shift work
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £23,000.00-£26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Some Covid-19 measures remain in place to safeguard employees & visitors on site. Regular hand sanitising, wearing of masks & socially distancing wherever possible
Ability to commute/relocate:
- HUNGERFORD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Artwork: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
