Job Title: Hybrid Litho/Digital No. 2 Press Operator
Department: D3 Print & Finishing
Reporting to: Print Works Manager
Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 15:30
We are Europe’s leading visual communications specialist delivering dynamic multi-channel marketing services to brands and retailers across the globe. Our model combines insight, creative, production, execution and optimisation to provide clients with a broad range of effective and impactful point-of-purchase visual communications.
We are invested in understanding the complex and dynamic challenges facing brands and retailers and our services are specifically designed to navigate this complexity and boost competitiveness across multiple markets and languages.
We’re owner-managed and independent, leading small teams of influential thinkers, meaning that we have the agility of a small business but the resources of a large one. Our belief is that in a changing industry, we must be a company that can change with it.
We are seeking a skilled Litho No. 2 Press Operator to join our print production team. This is a unique hybrid role: while the printing engine uses advanced digital inkjet technology, the line utilises standard lithographic feeding, sheet-handling, dynamic registration, and delivery stacking systems.
As the No. 2, you will be responsible for set-up, sheet feeding, ink monitoring (where applicable), paper handling, and maintaining continuous production throughput. Because this press operates digitally, plate changing and traditional dampening control are not required, allowing you to focus on high-speed sheet feeding, colour consistency, media handling, and inline/offline press maintenance.
· Feeder & Stacker Operations: Set up, adjust, and monitor the litho-style continuous feeder and stacker, ensuring smooth sheet travel for varying paper stocks, weights, and formats.
· Stock Preparation: Stage, inspect, and prepare paper substrates, ensuring correct grain direction, size, and conditioning before loading into the feeder.
· In-Flight Monitoring: Monitor sheet registration, double-sheet detection, suction/blower controls, and stack alignment during high-speed production runs.
· Colour & Registration Checks: Assist the Lead Operator in monitoring digital print output for registration, colour accuracy, surface defects, and substrate consistency.
· Troubleshooting: Address sheet jam, misfeed, or registration issues promptly to minimize press downtime.
· Preventative Maintenance: Clean and maintain feeder rollers, air nozzles, side guides, sheet transport belts, suction wheels.
· General Upkeep: Ensure the press area is organized, clean, and stocked with necessary paper.
· Safety Adherence: Maintain strict compliance with safety guidelines.
· 2+ years of experience as a No. 2 / Assistant Press Operator on sheetfed litho or high-speed hybrid presses.
· Large format production experience – up to 62x42”
· Strong understanding of sheetfed paper handling, suckers, blowers, side guides, double-sheet detectors, and pile delivery mechanisms.
· Hands-on ability to adjust mechanical feeding/stacking controls for diverse stock weights (from light text paper to heavy board).
· Attention to Detail: Eye for detail regarding sheet alignment, surface scratches, and colour uniformity.
· Experience with hybrid litho-digital presses or digital web/sheet units with traditional offset finishing lines.
· Basic understanding of digital press.
The post holder agrees to be committed to health and safety, and be aware of their contribution towards it in the workplace. This includes the requirements to monitor safety and compliance with any systems of safe working within the Group and to take reasonable care of oneself and other people who may be affected by one’s actions and omissions at work.
The Delta Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of disability, race, gender, age, religion/belief, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Delta Group is committed to service excellence in-store, outdoor and online. We are dedicated, knowledgeable and client focused people who aspire to make a difference every day. We value the long-term partnerships we have with our clients and work collaboratively to lead effective change and empower your strategic goals.
Our clients operate in an increasingly complex world and must constantly evolve to meet the dynamic needs of retailers, e-tailers and consumers. Our services – comprised of three units: Creative, Display and Technology – are designed to reduce the complexity of international marketing campaigns across multiple markets and languages whilst maintaining consistency, increasing localisation and responsiveness.
CREATIVE
Our creativity empowers your imagination; we never stand still and are relentless in exploring new and imaginative ways to make anything possible.
Our practical insight and measurement allow us to create powerful visual communications that deliver impact and improve sales.
DISPLAY
Our direct manufacturing capabilities facilitates a dynamic end-to-end service that reduces links in the supply chain and empowers brands to react quickly to changes in market conditions.
Our scale combined with our state-of-the-art production ensures we have the firepower when you need it most. We foster a ‘can-do’ attitude throughout the business and are committed to excellence in execution.
TECHNOLOGY
Our proprietary technology is class leading and stands alone. WorkstreamX is Delta’s marketing operations management system, that has been designed, built and managed by our in-house team of experts.
It provides our clients with full control of their print and digital requirements from management through to store level and offers excellent flexibility across multiple platforms from desktop, tablets to mobile devices.
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