Production Operative - Print room

London Source: WhatJobs

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JOB DETAILS

As a Production Operative, you will be responsible for producing, finishing, and delivering printed materials to a high standard and within strict deadlines. You will play a key role in ensuring every job meets both client expectations and our internal quality standards.

What you will be doing

Setting up and printing jobs from digital files
Preparing and manipulating documents before print
Operating and maintaining print and finishing equipment
Monitoring output quality and resolving basic production issues
Accurately recording work using internal systems
Packaging and labelling completed work clearly and correctly
Ensuring all deadlines are met in line with client requirements
Managing stock movement from the loading bay into production
Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised workspace (5S standards)
Communicating effectively with colleagues and shift teams during handovers

This role is based in Bonhiill, London – Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week. Either 10am – 6pm or 11am – 7pm on a rota basis.

This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, applicants are only required to disclose unspent convictions. Spent convictions do not need to be declared and will not be taken into account. We are committed to fair recruitment and welcome applications from all candidates, including those with criminal records, provided any unspent convictions are disclosed and assessed appropriately.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Previous experience working in a print room, production environment, or similar operational setting
Experience operating print, finishing, or production equipment
Proven ability to work to deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Strong attention to detail with a track record of maintaining quality standards
Confidence working with digital files and basic document handling or manipulation
Ability to troubleshoot basic equipment or production issues independently
Experience working within structured processes and systems (job tracking, logging, etc.)
Strong teamwork and communication skills, particularly across shift handovers
Experience within managed print services or high‑volume production print
Familiarity with print management or workflow systems (for example Time Harvest or similar)
Understanding of 5S or workplace organisation standards

BENEFITS

Flexible working options
33 days holiday including bank holidays
Enhanced family friendly benefits (maternity, adoption, paternity and IVF)
2 paid days off per year for voluntary work to support local communities
Staff Reward Scheme
Life assurance 4 × salary
Sponsorship for professional development and memberships
Employee Assistance Programme, including access to a virtual GP and financial wellbeing support
Discounted Gym Membership
Eye care voucher scheme
Free flu vaccinations
Employee social events and recognition activities throughout the year
HP Employee discount programmes