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Apprentice Printing Press Assistant PARK COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED

A fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected and dynamic printing business within the East London area. This vacancy will be within our manufacturing department. The candidate should be practical, numerate, computer literate, flexible and well presented.

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Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £19,500.00

    £10 per hour.

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday, 09.00 to 17.00

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Oct 2022

  • Date posted

    07 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000084851

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Main duties and responsibilities will include:

  • Learn all aspects of print production, including printing books, catalogues & leaflets
  • Learn how to run our KBA printing presses under supervision
  • Work within a flexible team
  • Prepare paper for press
  • Load paper
  • Ensure plates are ready for the next print run
  • Ensure all consumables are topped up
  • Keep press clean and tidy
  • Operate a Windows-based system

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

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the qualification achieved will be a Level 2 Print Operative Standard.

You will receive wider training on technology, productivity, manufacturing and management techniques. Training will be carried out on-site.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship a role will be available as a Number 2 Printer.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

You will work in a friendly, enjoyable and busy learning environment, suitable for an outgoing, energetic and enthusiastic person with drive and ambition. The role will involve lifting paper.

About the employer

Park Communications is an award winning business employing 90 staff within our state of the art printing facility, producing fantastic printed products for our blue chip clients.

Employer

PARK COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED

Address

Alpine Way London

E6 6LA

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Training

Training provider

BPIF TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Lucy Kirkbride

lucy.kirkbride@bpif.org.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Print operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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