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Printer (Gravure) - Permanent
Cramlington, Northumberland Rotating Shifts (Mon-Fri, Early Finishes) £32,000 - £37,700 (DOE)
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Printer (Gravure) to join a small, high‑performing manufacturing team at our Cramlington site, supporting the production of healthcare and pharmaceutical packaging.
This is a hands‑on operational role suited to a skilled printer who can set up, operate, and maintain gravure presses independently, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and consistency. The successful candidate will be someone who requires minimal training and can quickly integrate into a well‑established operation with low machine downtime.
Shift Pattern
Monday to Friday rotating shifts: 6:00am - 2:00pm 2:00pm - 10:00pm Early finish on Friday 1‑hour early finish on Thursday
Key Responsibilities
Set up, operate, and maintain gravure printing presses (2, 3, and 6‑colour machines) Install engraved cylinders and configure ink flow and web tension Interpret job specifications and production schedules accurately Monitor print quality, ensuring colour consistency and defect prevention Carry out fault‑finding and resolve technical issues to minimise downtime and waste Complete production and quality documentation accurately Follow strict health, safety, hygiene, and quality standards Support continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality, and efficiency Work closely with Production, QA, and Engineering teams Guide and support assistants when required
Health, Safety & Quality
Due to the nature of healthcare and pharmaceutical products, this role operates within a highly controlled environment. You will be expected to:
Actively follow and promote OHSE standards Participate in safety training and risk assessments Maintain excellent housekeeping and hygiene standards (6S) Operate strictly in line with SOPs and quality systems Support internal and external audits
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience operating gravure printing presses Minimum 3‑colour press experience (multi‑colour experience preferred) Strong understanding of gravure printing processes, ink systems, and cylinder preparation High attention to detail with strong colour‑matching ability Confident fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills Experience working in a quality‑driven manufacturing environment Ability to work independently and under pressure Strong communication and teamwork skills
Qualifications
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Machine Printing (preferred), or Equivalent hands‑on experience with gravure printing equipmentIf you are an experienced gravure printer looking for a stable, quality‑driven role where your expertise is valued, we would be keen to hear from you.
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Location:
Cramlington, Northumberland
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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