Reflex Group
Apprentice Flexographic Printer
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Apprentice Flexographic Printer
Established in 2002, the Reflex Group is now the largest privately owned print and packaging company in the UK having grown to over 1000 employees across 27 sites in the UK, Europe, America and Australia. The company prides itself on quality, efficiency, ethics, and low environmental impact whilst being innovative and dynamic. The company has an opportunity Apprentice Flexographic Printer in our Boston site.
Location: Boston, UK
Position type: Full time, Permanent
Working Hours:
- Week 1: 06:00 – 14:00 (Mon–Thu), 06:00 – 13:00 (Fri)
- Week 2: 14:00 – 22:00 (Mon–Thu), 13:00 – 20:00 (Fri)
About the Role
We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Flexographic Printer to join our team. This role is ideal for someone looking to start a career in print production. You will learn how to operate advanced flexographic printing equipment, including a 10-colour narrow web servo-driven press, while working alongside experienced printers.
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Full training and support will be provided as you develop the skills required to become a qualified Flexographic Printer.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing printing presses for production runs
- Learn to operate and monitor flexographic printing machines
- Support with maintaining inks and solvents according to job specifications
- Help identify and report printing issues or equipment faults
- Work towards achieving production speed and quality targets
- Follow all quality control and assurance procedures
- Maintain accurate production records
- Support continuous improvement in processes to reduce downtime and waste
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and communicate effectively within the team
- Follow all health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment
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What We’re Looking For
- A strong interest in print, engineering, or manufacturing
- Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow instructions and work to deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Basic IT skills (training on systems will be provided)
Desirable (but not essential)
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Awareness of flexographic printing
- Understanding of quality standards such as SEDEX or ETI
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