Production Operatives/Print Finishers
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Position Overview & Specifications
Role
We are looking for a number of people to join our production facility in Stockton on Tees. These are permanent roles working a triple shift pattern. No experience of printing or print finishing is required as full on the job training will be given. Having worked in manufacturing previously will be an advantage and prospective candidates will need to be able to work under pressure, adhere to strict deadlines, produce quality work and work as part of a team
The successful candidates will be running various print and print finishing equipment such as guillotines, binders, laminating & mailing machines
Company
Established in 1993 as a traditional printing business, AlphaGraphics are now one of the largest print and marketing services businesses in the North of England with around 80 employees.
We create highly personalised award-winning multi-channel marketing campaigns as well as printed work in most formats which is often data driven. We’re a fast moving, highly innovative business that incorporates creative design, digital development, digital, litho, screen, direct to garment and large format print as well as in-house mailing facilities.
Skills
Ideally we are looking for candidates that have worked in a production role for at least 12 months.
Basic IT skills
Ability to work to deadlines and produce high quality work
Hours of Work
Triple Shift Pattern on a weekly rotation (Earlies and Lates are Monday to Friday, Nights are Monday to Thursday). Annualised hours scheme in place to cover 'peak season', 8 extra paid holidays paid back in October and November.
Location
The position offered is based at our, out of town, Head Office in Stockton-on-Tees.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £20,500.00-£22,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Masks are being warn by staff, visitors are restricted, additional cleaning is taking place, fogging is undertaken twice a week.
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Production: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 18/03/2023
Reference ID: Production Ops 2
Expected start date: 01/04/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Production Operatives/Print Finishers roles across AGNE Ltd t/a AlphaGraphics's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,500 - £22,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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