Platen Operator Day Shift - The Delta Group : Job Details

Job Title: Platen Operator (Day Shift)

Location: Bishop Stortford CM23 4AS

Please be advised that due to health and safety, we can only consider applicants over 18 years of age.

About The Delta Group

We are Europe’s leading visual communications specialist delivering dynamic multi-channel marketing services to brands and retailers across the globe. Our model combines insight, creative, production, execution and optimisation to provide clients with a broad range of effective and impactful point-of-purchase visual communications.

We are invested in understanding the complex and dynamic challenges facing brands and retailers and our services are specifically designed to navigate this complexity and boost competitiveness across multiple markets and languages.

We’re owner-managed and independent, leading small teams of influential thinkers, meaning that we have the agility of a small business but the resources of a large one. Our belief is that in a changing industry, we must be a company that can change with it.

Job Overview

The post holder will be responsible for the safe operation, setting and running of the platen machines ensuring jobs are completed correctly within time allowed.

Role Objectives

• Report to the machine supervisor for the work to be allocated and receive the paperwork
• Be aware of the timing required and report any issues
• Receive the job and read the job docket to check for any issues that have been advised.
• Follow the QC process.
• Once you have set the job ensure the Supervisor passes it off
• Perform random checks to ensure quality is consistent.
• Put the finished work in the machine holding area with the correct pallet label attached and inform the Supervisor of its location.
• Fill in the finished count and hand docket back to the Supervisor
• Use Optimus RDC to log start and finish of the job and enter the quantity that has been run
• Any machine faults are to be advised to your shift supervisor
• To carry out any other reasonable request as directed by the Supervisors
• Ensure that the workplace is kept in a clean, efficient and safe manner
• Ensure recycling procedures are followed, checking that mixed waste does not contaminate paper and card containers.
• Report to management any unsafe working practices, hazards or accidents, following correct procedures.
• Follow SSOW at all times
• Change the blade
• Complete daily machine check sheets

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Experience working on Platen machines (ESSENTIAL)
• To effectively follow verbal and written instructions and raise issues that arise;
• Ability to complete paperwork in English accurately and completely, understand the importance of detail and accuracy;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to work in a team environment and individually;
• Self-managing and pro-active;

Benefits

• Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays
• Workplace pension, provided by NEST (National Employment Savings Trust)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Discount Scheme

Safety Considerations

The post holder agrees to be committed to health and safety, and be aware of their contribution towards it in the workplace. This includes the requirements to monitor safety and compliance with any systems of safe working within the Group and to take reasonable care of oneself and other people who may be affected by one’s actions and omissions at work.

Job Location & Shift Pattern:

• Location: Traning provided at Unit 25, I.O. Centre, Lea Road, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire EN9 1AS, move to Bishop Stortford CM23 4AS (permanent site) once operational

Delta are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome all applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of disability, race, gender, age, religion/belief, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.