Position: Label Finishing Operator / Rewinder:
Location: Croydon
Salary: £25k - £28k (DOE)
Working Hours / Shift Pattern:
This role operates on a two-shift rotation from Monday to Friday:
- Morning Shift: 05:50 - 13:25
- Afternoon Shift: 13:25 - 21:00
On Fridays, shorter shifts apply:
- Morning Shift: 06:00 - 12:00
- Afternoon Shift: 12:00 - 18:00
Day to day duties of a Label Finishing Operator / Rewinder:
As a Label Finishing / Rewind Operator, you will operate finishing and rewinding machines to inspect, slit, rewind, and prepare printed labels for delivery. The role involves ensuring high-quality finished reels, correct quantities, and compliance with job specifications while supporting efficient production.
Key Responsibilities of a Label Finishing Operator / Rewinder:
- Operate rewind and label finishing machines.
- Inspect printed labels for defects, colour variation, misprints, or damage.
- Slit and rewind label rolls to customer-specified widths and quantities.
- Remove defective labels during inspection.
- Label and package finished reels correctly.
- Set up machine parameters such as tension, speed, and alignment.
- Maintain accurate production records and job sheets.
- Perform basic machine maintenance and cleaning.
- Follow health and safety procedures within the production environment.
Skills and Experience required for the role:
- Experience in label finishing, or packaging production.
- Knowledge of rewinding, slitting, and label inspection processes.
- Strong attention to detail to detect print defects.
- Ability to read job tickets and production specifications.
- Basic mechanical knowledge of production machines.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Company Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
If you are interested in this role, please apply today.
For more information, please call Olivia on 020 8051 3908
