CPI Books UK
Foil/Emboss Operator (Nights)
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Foil/Emboss Operator (Nights)
Foil/Emboss Operator (Nights)
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Operations Manager
Location: CPI Books – Croydon Site
This is a full-time 36-hour per week role - Three 12-hour shifts per week. Candidates may be required to work outside of these hours, when necessary, especially in busy periods.
About the Role
CPI Group, a pan-European book printer and distributor with 17 manufacturing sites across the UK, France, Germany, Spain, and the Czech Republic, seeks an enthusiastic Foil & Emboss Operator to join their dynamic team.
Each year, CPI Group prints millions of paperback and hardback books, covering fiction, educational, and academic publications. As the business grows, they are looking for energetic, creative, and innovative team players.
Role Objectives
The purpose of this role includes:
- To foil, emboss, or deboss book covers or jackets according to customer requirements and quality standards in a timely manner.
- To meet set targets and benchmarks as per Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- To carry out all operator machine maintenance schedules as per manuals or company guidelines.
- To follow both written and verbal instructions consistently.
- To maintain a safe, clean, and efficient working environment.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Responsibilities
This position demands extremely good attention to detail, with regular feedback to team leaders to foster improvements.
- Set up machines according to required production standards.
- Operate equipment at optimum speed while ensuring consistent high-quality production.
- Regularly check work to guarantee practical results.
- Follow procedures and guidelines to maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Cover other duties or requests as directed by team leaders or managers.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Key Competencies
The ideal candidate would exhibit the following qualities:
- Proficiency in the use of mechanical handling equipment.
- Demonstrated flexibility, honesty, and reliability.
- Helpful, supportive, and proactive work demeanour.
- Ability to work independently and use their own initiative.
- Strong team player skills.
- Capability to operate under pressure effectively.
- A willingness to train on additional machinery within the factory.
- Flexibility in approach to workload and tasks.
Note:
This job description may not include all responsibilities. The incumbent will carry out additional tasks that reasonably fall within the scope of the position or as requested by their manager.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location