IT Solutions / Software Developer

OPM are a leading force in Label and Flexible packaging print, who are ahead of the game in Manufacturing Automation are seeking an IT Solutions & Software Systems developer to manage their tech infrastructure onsite in Leeds.

As this is a business that continues to grow, this role represents a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious IT professional to join the team and develop their career in line with the ambition plans the company has in place. The successful candidate will benefit from joining a close-knit team working in a lively office environment and the opportunity to lead the changes in automation.

The ideal candidate should be passionate about working with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic and innovative Printing environment, with growth opportunities and professional development available. Both junior and senior candidates are welcome to apply. To apply, please contact us at

[email protected]

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

On site IT SUPPORT - Working alongside OPMs IT provider;
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Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, systems, printers etc
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Monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks.
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Providing technical support across the company (this may be in person or over the phone/via TeamViewer )
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Setting up accounts for new users and repairing and replacing equipment as necessary.
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Checking daily the server backups and disaster recovery replication server
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Ensuring the VPN and access to the Remote Desktop Server is always available for remote users.

Automation and Integration Activities
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Continuous improvement of business processes where instructed by implementing novel solutions for repetitive tasks.
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Reduce manual human intervention as much as possible to reduce the risk of mistakes.
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Have constant awareness of the effects that changes have on business processes, to processes further down the line.

Print MIS System ( Tharstern) Training will be given
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Creation of new users for both main software and in IDC, where applicable.
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Induction initial training of the Tharstern interface for new users, troubleshooting and basic overview.
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General management of the data’s ‘health’ and integrity, checking of naming conventions and ensuring existing automation continues to work as expected.

SharePoint
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Maintain and manage the OPM Intranet (SharePoint).
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Create users and groups, and add users to groups for their departments internal ‘Team Site’.
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Manage/ update /and secure the Dept folders’ digital copies on SharePoint.

Power Apps Applications and Flows
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Design, plan and build content driven business apps for a number of scenarios using Microsoft PowerBI
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Assign or display the applications as requested.
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Link the apps with on-site data through secure encrypted gateway connectors.
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Script automated workflows using Microsoft Flow to automate the apps.

Data Analysis and Report Writing
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Proficiency in a number of reporting methods including, but not limited to;
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Crystal Reports, Power BI, Excel
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Design, plan and build reports for a number of scenarios from a multitude of SQL server databases.
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Assign or display the reports as requested.

Software Development
Collaborate with the OPM software and system development engineer, to create efficient and scalable web applications.
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Develop and maintain the frontend and backend of web applications using React, Next.js, TypeScript, and Python (FastAPI).
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Implement and maintain database designs with SQL Server.
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Write clean, scalable, and efficient code following best practices.
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Troubleshoot, test, and maintain the core product software to ensure strong optimization and functionality.

Requirements:
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Proficiency in Python, particularly with FastAPI framework, TypeScript, React and Next.js.
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Experience with SQL Server and understanding of database design and query optimization.
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Familiarity with Git version control.
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Understanding of RESTful APIs and web application architectures.
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Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
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Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Skills:
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Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
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Understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
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Previous work with CI/CD pipelines.
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Knowledge of testing frameworks such as Jest or Mocha.

Benefits
23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Death in service benefit
You will be auto enrolled in to the Company Pension Scheme.
Uniform provided
On-site parking
On-site Gym
Access to The Printing Charity helpline

Equal Opportunities

OPM Group is committed to equal opportunities for all, and we do not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, sex, disability or age.

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package based on experience. If this exciting opportunity is of further interest, please email current CV to [email protected]