The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Digital Print Operative to join a busy and growing production team specialising in branded drinkware products. This is a hands-on production role working within a fast-paced digital print environment operating specialist Helix printing machinery.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with production, print, manufacturing or warehouse experience who enjoys detailed, practical work and takes pride in producing high-quality finished products.

Working as part of the Digital Print Department, you will be responsible for operating print machinery, preparing products for print, carrying out quality checks and supporting production targets to ensure customer orders are completed accurately and on time.

About the Employer

Our client is a well-established and growing business specialising in customised and branded drinkware products. They offer a supportive working environment, ongoing training and long-term opportunities for candidates looking to develop within digital print and production operations.

Key Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities – Helix Printing Machine

• Operating the Helix digital printing machine to print onto drinkware products
• Loading and unloading products throughout the printing process
• Preparing drinkware products ready for print
• Carrying out basic pre-treatment where required
• Ensuring bottles and products are clean and dust-free before printing
• Securing products correctly onto the printing mandrel
• Confirming correct diameter and machine settings
• Carrying out basic assembly work where required
• Checking print quality against artwork proofs
• Ensuring all products meet company quality standards
• Cleaning and calibrating the Helix machine daily
• Reporting product, print or machinery issues to management
• Monitoring consumable stock levels and updating Google Sheets

Additional Responsibilities – Digital Print Department

• Supporting additional digital print operations when required
• Training on and operating additional print machinery
• Assisting with product preparation, packing and assembly
• Supporting production schedules and dispatch deadlines
• Following company Health & Safety procedures
• Assisting with cleaning and maintenance of machinery
• Helping maintain stock levels of consumables and materials

Essential Requirements

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently within a fast-paced production environment
• Good communication skills
• Reliable and hardworking attitude
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Positive team-focused approach
• Good organisational skills

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience within digital print, production, manufacturing or warehouse environments
• Experience operating print machinery beneficial but not essential
• Basic understanding of quality control procedures advantageous

Skills and Qualities

• Excellent eye for detail
• Quality-focused mindset
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Strong teamwork skills
• Practical and hands-on approach
• Reliable and professional manner

Working Hours

• Full-time position
• Monday to Friday
• Shift details to be confirmed

What’s On Offer

• Full training provided
• Opportunity to work within a specialist digital print environment
• Long-term progression opportunities
• Supportive production team
• Varied and hands-on role
• Opportunity to learn additional machinery and skills
• Growing company environment

How to Apply

This role is being recruited by Halmer Group on behalf of our client. To be considered, please submit your CV outlining your production, warehouse or print experience along with your suitability for the position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.