KPI RECRUITING LTD

Guillotine operative

CW1 6UA

Key information

Pay
£15.25 to £16.90 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Temporary
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
20 Oct 2026
Closing date
19 Nov 2026

About this role

The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, programming and operating industrial guillotine machines to accurately cut and trim printed materials while maintaining high-quality standards and minimising waste.

Key Responsibilities

Set up and operate programmable guillotines,

Accurately cut and trim printed materials to job specifications.

Read job bags, cutting instructions and print layouts.

Check finished products for quality, accuracy and consistency.

Carry out basic machine maintenance and blade changes safely.

Handle paper stocks, stack finished products and prepare pallets for dispatch.

Maintain a clean and safe working enviroment.

Requirements

2–3 years’ experience operating a guillotine in a commercial print environment.

Good understanding of print finishing processes and cutting specifications.

Strong attention to detail and good numerical skills.

Ability to work at pace and meet production deadlines.

Physically fit, with the ability to stand for long periods and handle paper stocks.

A strong commitment to health and safety.

2-3 Weeks of training will be on a day shift 8am-4pm.

Hours will then turn to 9pm-6am

PPE will be needed.

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