Apprentice Signage Technician/Vehicle Wrapper Comm-Ply Limited
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a small but rapidly expanding graphics department of a well-established commercial vehicle customiser. The candidate will be fully trained in all aspects of print preparation, print production, vehicle wrapping, signage manufacture and installation.
Closing date: 30 Apr 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£11,440.00
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Working week
Monday to Friday 08:30am to 17:00pm
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
24 Months
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Possible start date
01 May 2023
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Date posted
30 Jan 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000127466
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and practically minded individual to become a key member of the graphics team here at Comm-ply. The ideal candidate will be able to work as part of a team and individually, be comfortable using hand tools (tape measure, laser level, vinyl tools, drills etc.) and be comfortable talking to clients.
Some of the key responsibilities include:
- Using Onyx to prepare and print files on sign media
- Laminate vinyl using roll-to-roll laminator
- Trim and weed vinyl where necessary
- Using a ZUND flatbed cutter
- Mount vinyl onto Foamex/ACM/acrylic/vehicles
- Quality control and packing jobs for despatch and installation
- Survey client sites/vehicles for requirements and sizes
- Installation of small signs and vinyl as a one-person team
- Assist in bigger installations as part of a two-person team
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be awarded a Level 3 Signage Technician apprenticeship standard.
The apprentice will be given sufficient time to complete the ‘off-the-job’ requirement of the apprenticeship during their normal working hours.
Throughout your time as an apprentice, you will be supported by both Comm-ply and BPIF Training. You will be assigned a training coordinator to ensure that you have the best training available. Training requirements will be discussed at the point of employment to suit your own development and the business needs. Most training and studying will be a combination of site-based and remote delivery.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
The aim is for the individual to become a permanent member of the Comm-ply team after the apprenticeship has been completed, with a view to then working towards managing the production room and/or the installation offering.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
Comm-Ply Limited
Address
Unit 1 Lockwood House
Lockwood Way
Leeds
LS11 5TQ
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Signage technician
Level 3 (A level)
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