CHRISTCHURCH: Flexographic Printer

Please note: This opportunity is based in Christchurch and for candidates interested to relocate and call Christchurch home. We’re looking for a skilled Flexographic Printer to join client. If you're passionate about precision, quality, and continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to be part of a company that values its people and supports a long-term career. Tasks include but are not limited to:

• Accurately record production records (run time, downtime, waste reporting)
• Set up, adjusting parameters and run flexographic printing presses
• Match colours and inks to customer specifications
• Monitor operations and print quality throughout production runs
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot minor mechanical issues
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation

Requirements:

• Trade qualification or equivalent qualification/experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience in printing
• Experience operating flexographic presses - preferably wide web printing
• Printing experience on LDPE, PET, BOPP, HDPE or similar substrates
• Strong understanding of printing processes, inks, and substrates
• Excellent attention to detail and colour matching skills
• Ability to lift up to 25kg and stand for long periods
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical skills
• Team player with a good attitude and solid work ethic
• Flexibility to work shifts/overtime as needed

Beneficial:

• Preferably experience in packaging industry and food safety and hygiene standards
• Experience with central impression presses (Miraflex or similar)
• Experience with solvent based ink

What We Offer:

• Pay: $28 to $42 - depending on skills and experience
• Asap start
• Permanent OR temp to perm depending on candidate
• Night shift - 12 hour shifts 4 on and 4 off including paid breaks
• A team environment that fosters longevity
• AEWV opportunity for the right candidate

If you are interested, please get in touch today. We are looking forward to hearing from you!