About Phillips Print
Phillips Print is a family-run commercial print company with a reputation for delivering high-quality print, exceptional customer service and fast turnaround times. We work with businesses, organisations and individuals across a wide range of print projects, producing work to the highest standards while maintaining a friendly and professional approach.
Due to continued growth, Phillips Print is looking to recruit an experienced HP Indigo Press Operator to join our production team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operator who enjoys working in a smaller, friendly team where they can take ownership of their work and make a real contribution to the success of the business.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of our HP Indigo 5500 digital press, ensuring all jobs are produced accurately, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. Working as part of a busy production team, you will play a key role in delivering customer orders on time and maintaining our reputation for quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, operate and monitor digital print equipment.
- Ensure all jobs are produced to customer specifications and company quality standards.
- Carry out routine machine maintenance and cleaning procedures.
- Monitor print quality and colour consistency throughout production runs.
- Identify and resolve production issues to minimise downtime.
- Manage workloads effectively to meet production schedules and deadlines.
- Work closely with our pre-press and finishing departments to ensure a smooth workflow.
- Maintain accurate production records where required.
- Ensure a clean, organised and safe working environment.
Essential Requirements
- Applicants should ideally hold a minimum HP Indigo Level 2 qualification.
- In addition, candidates must have:
- Previous experience operating HP Indigo presses within a commercial print environment, including the HP Indigo 5500.
- A strong understanding of print quality standards and colour management.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- The ability to work accurately under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
- Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Desirable Requirements
- HP Indigo Level 3 qualification or a formal qualification in Print Production.
- Experience operating HP Indigo 7900 presses.
- Experience working within a fast-paced commercial print environment.
- Knowledge of print finishing processes.
- Experience using production workflow or MIS systems.
- Flexibility to support different areas of production when required.
- Experience sharing knowledge and helping to develop colleagues.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking a reliable, motivated and quality-focused individual who takes pride in their work. The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys working in a hands-on production environment, can work independently when required, and is committed to delivering excellent results for our customers.
What We Offer
- Monday-Friday working hours with no nights or weekend shifts.
- Christmas shutdown.
- Company pension scheme.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunity to join an established and growing family-run business.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to [email protected]
Pay: Up to £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
