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Studio Print Apprentice PRESTIGE PACKAGING LIMITED

Prestige Packaging is a rapidly expanding company that is looking to employ an apprentice to learn all aspects of pre-press and design, impositions, proofing and CAD sampling and has the ambition to develop, progress and grow together with the company.

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Closing date: 31 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,379.50 to £18,525.00

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday-Thursday: 8.30am - 5pm Friday: 7.30am - 4pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    09 Jan 2023

  • Date posted

    27 Jun 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000059196

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Learn all aspects of pre-press and design, impositions, proofing and CAD sampling
  • Learn about the high number of design parameters and design constraints
  • Learn colour management
  • Follow the rules and regulations set out by your mentor / manager
  • Ensure you complete your set tasks each day 
  • Your workspace is left tidy and clean 

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Apprenticeship Standard for Print Technician/Print Operative

     

  • Functional Skills in Maths and English (Where required)

     

  • One day per month study offsite workplace with Learn2print

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Full time position within the company is available to the right candidate on completion of the Apprenticeship programme.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Presentation skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent ICT (Grade C/4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4) Desired

Things to consider

Correct level of pay will be discussed at interview dependant on age of applicant. You will also be considered for L2 & L3 in Print - You will be assessed by the company and L2P before starting the apprenticeship

About the employer

The Prestige Packaging carton making technology is second to none in terms of potential volume and breadth of process capability. Our facility is equipped with cut and crease presses, with window patching units that can incorporate acetate viewing material into the printed pack. The latest gluing machines in our production facility allows a variety of styles including straight line, crash lock, four corner as well as nested trays and double wall boxes. Additional Finishes from Foil blocking, embossing, lamination and Spot UV varnishing are just some of the additional process products that are also available. From our base in the heart of the South West we are able to distribute packaging to any corner of the country. Prestige Packaging is committed to providing a premium service and the highest standards to every customer. We believe in combining the latest technology and machinery with over 25 years of print and packaging expertise.

Employer

PRESTIGE PACKAGING LIMITED

Address

Units 16

Langage South Business Park

Langage South Road

PL7 5FL

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Training

Training provider

AXIA SOLUTIONS LIMITED

Contact

Jeanette Vickers

jeanettevickers@learn2print.co.uk

01636636000

Apprenticeship standard

Print operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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