Case Maker - Warehouse Operative

Description

Finishing Department Operator

Location: Uckfield

Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour

Shift Pattern: Rotating Continental Shift, 0600 to 1800

Schedule: Alternating rotation between Thursday to Saturday and Monday to Wednesday

Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

A prominent print production facility in Uckfield is seeking a skilled Finishing Department Operator to manage high specification finishing machinery. This position focuses on setting up, running, and maintaining premium binding equipment to deliver top tier printed products. Rapid interviews and same week inductions are available for a swift start.

Key Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and calibrate Horizon finishing machinery, specifically the BQ 500 Perfect Binder and Horizon Saddle Stitcher

Read job tickets to ensure accurate collation, glue application, spine quality, stitching, folding, and trimming

Perform routine adjustments and minor mechanical troubleshooting to maintain seamless output and minimise downtime

Conduct strict in process quality checks, verifying page sequence accuracy, cover alignment, and final finish quality

Assist across broader finishing duties as needed, including folding, guillotining, laminating, packaging, and final labelling

Keep workspace clean, organized, and fully aligned with safety protocols

Requirements

Hands on experience operating print finishing machinery, with strong mechanical aptitude

Solid grasp of perfect binding and saddle stitching processes

High attention to detail with the xjnqpsq physical ability to handle paper stocks and stand during 12 hour shifts

Excellent problem solving abilities and accurate record keeping

Previous experience with Horizon brand equipment or similar machinery is highly desirable

What is Offered

Competitive £12.71 per hour starting rate

Structured 12 hour continental day shift rotation

Fast track recruitment process with immediate interview slots and induction ready starts

To apply, submit a CV today to secure an immediate interview slot

Ad ID: 5418819052