Zenith Print & Packaging Ltd
Laminator
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Laminator
Zenith Print & Packaging Ltd
Company Description
Zenith Print & Packaging Ltd is a sustainable, socially conscious company providing a full range of print and packaging services to customers across the UK and overseas. The business offers both lithographic and digital print solutions, covering:
- General print items
- Packaging
- Display materials (all produced in-house, from concept to delivery)
With over 40 years of experience, Zenith is a specialist in commemorative coin and medal packaging, known for:
- Quality, reliability, and end-to-end service.
- Opportunities to work on diverse, high-profile projects in a stable and growing environment.
Laminator – Full-Time Role (On-Site in Pontypool Area)
About the Role
The Laminator is a full-time, on-site position responsible for operating laminating machinery to apply protective films and finishes to printed sheets and packaging components, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
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Key Responsibilities
- Operate lamination machinery: Apply finishes to produced materials.
- Setup and adjustment: Configure lamination equipment for different projects.
- Production monitoring: Oversee runs, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Quality checks: Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of laminated products.
- Safety compliance: Handle materials, equipment, and processes safely.
- Basic maintenance: Perform minor machine adjustments and troubleshooting.
- Record-keeping: Maintain accurate production logs of materials, runs, and outputs.
- Cross-team collaboration: Work with print, finishing, and packing teams to meet deadlines.
- Continuous improvement: Assist in optimising production efficiency and quality standards.
Requirements
Experience & Practical Skills
- Previous experience with laminating, printing, or finishing machinery in manufacturing or packaging.
- Hands-on ability to set up equipment, troubleshoot minor issues, and follow technical instructions.
- Strong attention to detail, particularly for quality assurance.
- Measurement and numeracy skills (e.g., batch tracking, dimensional checks).
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Soft Skills & Workplace Expectations
- Time management: Prioritise tasks and work to strict production deadlines.
- Teamwork: Collaborative approach with colleagues across different departments.
- Health & safety commitment: Adherence to workplace and environmental standards.
- Adaptability: Willingness to work rotating shifts or overtime when required.
- Flexibility to support high-volume or targeted production demands.
Desirable (Not Essential)
- Vocational qualifications in print, packaging, or mechanical engineering.
- Prior experience in printing, manufacturing, or packaging sectors.
Apply now to join a dynamic team where quality and innovation drive all projects.
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