Guillotine Operator – Print Finishing

Permanent Night Shift
Essex

I'm currently working with a well-established print manufacturer looking to add an experienced Guillotine Operator to their production team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with print finishing experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where quality, accuracy and attention to detail are key.

The Role

You'll be responsible for operating industrial guillotine equipment to ensure printed products are finished to customer specifications, production schedules and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating programmable and manual guillotines safely and efficiently
  • Setting guillotine programs and interpreting job specifications
  • Carrying out accurate cutting, trimming and quality inspections
  • Performing routine maintenance and blade checks
  • Supporting blade changes (training available if required)
  • Recording production data and maintaining workflow accuracy
  • Working closely with colleagues across production and finishing departments
  • Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Previous experience operating print finishing guillotines
  • Strong measuring, numerical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to read and interpret production instructions
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Strong understanding of health & safety procedures
  • Ability to work to deadlines in a busy production environment

Desirable

• Experience with Polar, Perfecta or Wohlenberg guillotines
  • Knowledge of folding, stitching, laminating or bookbinding processes
  • Forklift licence
  • Experience using Siteflow or similar MIS systems

What's On Offer?

• Permanent night shift role
  • Opportunity to join a growing and respected print business
  • Modern production environment
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Additional hours available during busy periods

If you're an experienced Guillotine Operator looking for your next challenge within a professional print manufacturing environment, I'd be keen to hear from you.