Careers

Print Finisher

A position has arisen to join our growing team in Great Yarmouth within our print finishing department. The right person will have experience in aspects of print finishing including cutting, folding, die-cutting, laminating and stitching. Experience of running finishing equipment in a commercial environment, a hands-on approach and a positive mindset are essential!

Responsibilities:

• Run and operate various finishing equipment, including Autobond Laminator, Heidelberg Cylinder, Polar Guillotines, and various folders/stitching lines/booklet makers.
• Making sure that orders are processed within the deadlines set.
• Perform general housekeeping duties and ensure your machine is maintained to a high standard.
• Troubleshooting issues with equipment and resolving.
• Ensure the output is of the highest quality, working with other departments to ensure a smooth workflow.

Requirements for the role:

• Previous experience of working in a commercial print bindery/finishing department is essential.
• Willingness to be flexible and enthusiastic with approach to work.
• Understand and carry out instructions.
• Quality conscious and contribute to productivity targets.
• Attention to detail with ability to remain calm when working under pressure.
• Comfortable working a varied shift pattern, typically double-day shifts.

Hours and Pay

• 40 hr week, double-day shift pattern (Early shift: 05:00 - 13:30 Mon-Thurs, Friday 05:00 - 11am. Late shift 13:30 - 22:00 Mon-Thurs, Friday 13:30-17:00)
• Permanent position
• Opportunity to work overtime, potentially occasional weekends and night-shifts during peak times.

Apprentice Print Technician (Finishing) Level 3

Using top of the range equipment to produce an array of printed products, you will quickly be expected to integrate into a busy print environment, producing and finishing to a high level. Our aim is to build for the future and secure the next generation of print professionals to join us and help grow together.

You will be shown and trained to run a variety of print finishing equipment, including (but not limited to):

• Folding machines
• Stitching/binding machines
• Laminating machines
• Die-cutting/creasing machines

In time, you will be able to make-ready (set up), run and maintain jobs as you move through the work list, liaising with other departments along the way.

You can apply for this vacancy directly on the GOV.UK website: https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000215684

Apprentice Print Technician (Press) - Level 3

Using top of the range equipment to produce an array of printed products, you will quickly be expected to integrate into a busy print environment, producing and finishing to a high level. Our aim is to build for the future and secure the next generation of print professionals to join us and help grow together.

You will be shown and trained in running a 4 colour litho printing press learning all about ink, chemistry and substrate interactions, ultimately producing high quality printed items to a defined specification.

A typical day will involve making-ready (setting up), running and maintaining jobs as you move through the work list.

You can view and apply for this vacancy directly through the GOV.UK website: https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000215680

Litho Press Operator

A position has arisen to join our small team in Great Yarmouth running our flagship Heidelberg XL75 4-colour press. The position could be a full-time or part-time position, depending on the candidate with an appropriate package to suit. Experience of running a press in a commercial environment, a hands-on approach and a positive mindset are essential!

Responsibilities:

• Run and operate a Heidelberg press.
• Making sure that orders are processed within the deadlines set.
• Preparing all pre-press material, including plates and paper.
• Perform general housekeeping duties and ensure your machine is maintained to a high standard.
• Troubleshooting issues with the printing press or print quality.
• Ensure the output is of the highest quality, working with post-press to ensure smooth passover of work.

Requirements for the role:

• Previous experience of working on a litho press essential.
• Willingness to be flexible and enthusiastic with approach to work.
• Understand and carry out instructions.
• Quality conscious and contribute to productivity targets.
• Attention to detail with ability to remain calm when working under pressure.
• Comfortable working a varied shift pattern, typically double-day shifts.

Hours and Pay

• 20-40 hr week, depending on individual, role could be part-time or potentially full-time.
• Permanent position
• Opportunity to work overtime, potentially occasional weekends and night-shifts during peak times.

Sales Executive

Blackwell Print are looking for an experienced Sales Executive to join our expanding team. The ideal candidate will have proven success in implementing sales strategies, identifying market opportunities as well as building positive business relationships with key customers. You must have a strong drive to seek new business as well as possessing extremely strong communication, web and IT skills. We like people who like to make a difference and who aren't afraid to break a few eggs!

This is a target based role, made up of a basic salary, plus commission structure and benefits. The salary represents potential uncapped "on target earnings" where targets are met and exceeded.

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