Press Technician - Weymouth - #189171

Application Deadline: 30 June 2026

Department: Print Operations

Location: Weymouth

Compensation: £33,443 / year

Description

We’re looking for a Press Technician to join our team in Weymouth, playing a key role in keeping our print operation running smoothly and to a high standard.

Working across press, reel-stand, platemaking and mailroom areas, you’ll be responsible for preparing and operating printing equipment, ensuring deadlines are met and maintaining excellent print quality throughout every run.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working with machinery, takes pride in quality, and values teamwork in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up the press for production, including plate sorting, fitting and webbing-up
• Monitor print quality throughout runs, ensuring standards are maintained
• Follow job specifications and ensure all required information is in place before printing
• Maintain accurate production records, including performance and material usage
• Support the delivery of production schedules with a flexible, team-focused approach
• Carry out routine cleaning, maintenance and housekeeping across the press and surrounding areas
• Work closely with Mailroom, Platemaking and Engineering teams
• Operate equipment safely, including forklift use where required
• Report faults, consumable levels and any production issues to supervisors
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Ideally, experience within a print environment; however, candidates with hands-on machine operating or mechanical experience are also encouraged to apply
• Good mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand and work with machinery
• A positive, team-focused attitude and willingness to learn new skills
• Ability to follow processes and maintain attention to detail in a production setting
• Flexible approach with the ability to adapt to different tasks across the print centre
• Commitment to working safely and following health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements
• Comfortable working in a physically active role
  
  

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
• Holiday buy scheme for extra flexibility
• Structured career progression & ongoing training
• Pension plan
• Employee Helpline counselling and advice
• Perks & discounts, including:
  • Gym membership
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Eye care
  • Retail discounts
• Optional annual Volunteer Charity Day