Multi-Skilled Machine Operator (Print)

An exciting opportunity has become available, a Multi-Skilled Machine Operator (Print) within the Production team at CCL Secure, Wigton.

We are the manufacturers of Guardian©, the world's most sophisticated banknote substrate.

We are lucky to be situated on the edge of the Lake District National Park and our employees can enjoy the many opportunities this offers; from mountain climbing, hill running and formal walking challenges to days out or weekend camping, and if this isn't your scene, then you will still benefit from the quality of life Cumbria offers.

So what is the role?

Reporting to the Production Shift Manager, this role is to support the daily operation of Gravure Printing Press. You will maintain safety standards; work within product security parameters and to the highest quality level, while achieving required productivity and spoilage targets.

Responsibilities of the role include:

• Ensure the machines operate in accordance with all Health and Safety requirements.
• Participate in the creation of and follow all safe systems of work and risk assessments.
• Report any H&S issues immediately to your line manager.
• Actively promote a H&S culture, though leading by example.
• Hold responsibility in achieving a high standard of 7S amongst the Inks and print areas of the production process, by leading by example and embedding the standards into the organisational culture.
• Ensure all Product Security procedures are followed within the print process.
• Ensure the printing press has the required level of consumables to ensure operation at maximum efficiency.
• Ensure your area operates to all process control standards indicated by the company.
• Escalate any alterations or inefficiencies which indicate deviations to standard to the relevant stakeholders.
• Record daily production related activity as applicable.
• Support problem solving and RCA activities.
• Attend Production meetings as and when required.
• Support Maintenance when working on reactive and preventative duties.
• Assist in the continuous improvement of the printing process
• Ensure the cleanliness of the plant at all times
• MSO’s are required to be trained in at least one of the three MSO areas. This includes; Sheeting, Inks or Print.
• As per business flexibility requirements, area of operation can be changed if the employee is competent to do so.

What skills and qualifications will you need?

As the successful candidate for this role, you will work with a strong attention to detail and clear focus towards problem solving, as well as being able to demonstrate both excellent communication and time management skills. You must be able to work on your own and in part of a team.

Compulsory Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Print based apprenticeship or equivalent experience
• IOSH Working Safely or equivalent
• Understanding of lean principles
• Manufacturing experience

What are we offering in return?

One of the things employees tell us they value the most is the genuine family feel of working at CCL Secure and the ability for each employee to add value to the business regardless of their level.

We have values which are central to all we do; Grow, Accountability, Collaboration and Integrity and are a very people oriented organisation.

As such, CCL Secure is an accredited Living Wage employer. The salary for this role will be up to £44,304 depending on relevant experience (inclusive of 15% Shift Allowance) depending on relevant experience. In addition to this we offer performance related pay and quarterly performance bonus so the ability to directly affect your reward is entirely in your hands.

Additionally, you will be given 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) working 12 hour shift system.

An attractive shift pattern; Tues-Thurs 12hr days/nights with one additional Friday day shift per month.

We offer a great salary sacrifice pension where the company will match up to 9% of your contribution; income protection and a death in service benefit of four times your salary.

A Health Care Cash Plan by Healthshield is provided to cover yourself and all dependent children up to the age of 21 (24 if in full time education). This can be upgraded as desired.

Our bespoke employee engagement and benefits platform, The Vault, and as an employee of CCL Secure you will be able to take advantage of all the benefits of this. This includes:

• Big discounts in terms of instant vouchers, re-loadable cards and cash-back at hundreds of high street and online retailers
• Additional holiday purchase of up to 5 days
• Wellbeing portal which covers health, fitness and many tasty recipes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Gym membership at the gym across the road; handy for those lunchtime sessions
• Local discounts negotiated by request.
• Onsite parking

We would love to hear from you if you think you will fit into our CCL Secure team, please can you apply directly to indeed.com before the closing date of 16th October 2026.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £44,304.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience working within a manufacturing or production environment?
• Do you hold an NVQ Level 3 in Print, a print-based apprenticeship, or an equivalent technical qualification? If Yes, please provide details
• Do you have experience operating printing presses or similar complex production machinery? If yes, briefly describe your experience

Work Location: In person