Press Technician

Press Technician – Weymouth, Dorset

Location: The Print Centre, Hampshire Road, Granby Industrial Estate, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9XD
Salary: £32,500 per year + plenty of overtime available
Shift Pattern:

• Sunday: 18:00 – 01:00

• Monday: 15:00 – 01:30

• Tuesday: 14:30 – 01:30

• Wednesday: 14:30 – 01:30
  Holiday: 6.6 weeks per year
  Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated Press Technician to join a busy, high-performing print production facility based in Weymouth.

You’ll play an essential role in preparing and operating web offset printing presses, ensuring all printed products meet the highest standards of quality, consistency, and efficiency. Working closely with the Press Team Leader and Shift Manager, you’ll contribute to a smooth-running operation and reliable production schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare the press for print runs – webbing-up, fitting plates, and ensuring accurate inking and registration.

• Pre-sort and record printing plates in line with the production schedule.

• Maintain accurate production and downtime records.

• Enter paper usage data into the Reel Stock Control system.

• Monitor materials and report stock levels of consumables and PPE.

• Carry out cleaning, maintenance and housekeeping tasks as required.

• Operate a forklift truck to load/unload delivery vehicles when needed.

• Support Reel-stand operations and collaborate with other production teams.

• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety policies, including proper use of PPE.

About You

You’ll be a hands-on, detail-focused individual with a strong mechanical aptitude and a passion for print production.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience operating Man Roland, Web Offset, or Lithographic printing presses, or significant machine operator experience and the drive to progress into a Team Leader role.

• A flexible and positive attitude to meet production requirements.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to quality control.

• A proactive approach to teamwork, safety, and efficiency.

What’s on Offer

• £32,500 annual salary with plenty of overtime opportunities.

• 6.6 weeks’ annual leave.

• Long-term stability within a well-established print facility.

• Opportunities for on-the-job training and skill development.