Print Apprenticeship (Press Technician) HARLOW PRINTING LIMITED
Excellent opportunity to work for a reputable print company established in 1947, based in South Shields. This is an exciting prospect for an apprentice to develop a broad understanding of printing in our production department, assisting with the running of machinery to produce high quality printed products.
Closing date: 27 Mar 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,296.00
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Working week
Monday to Friday 8.00am to 4.30pm with one hour for lunch
Total hours per week: 37.5
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Expected duration
30 Months
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Possible start date
05 Jun 2023
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Date posted
21 Feb 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000136546
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Duties and responsibilities will include: - Reading works instructions to determine instructions and specifications for machine set-up - Monitoring machine operations to detect malfunctions or to determine whether adjustments are needed - Maintaining records, such as daily production records, operational and production data using MIS (Management Information System) - Cleaning and repairing production equipment and tools - Setting up and running printing presses and machinery - Dealing with a wide range of different printing operations such as managing colour and handling inks/toners
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the qualification obtained will be a L3 Print Technician apprenticeship standard (press pathway). The apprentice will be given sufficient time to undertake their "off-the-job" requirement of the apprenticeship during their normal working hours. Throughout your time as an apprentice, you will be supported by both Harlow Printing and the BPIF. 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 individual needs and business needs. Most training and studying will be a combination of remote and site-based. Candidates who do not have the required level of maths and/or English will be required to complete Functional Skills as part of their apprenticeship.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Upon successful completion of apprenticeship, a permanent role will be available as a fully qualified printer.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
HARLOW PRINTING LIMITED
Address
Harlow Printing Ltd
7-21 Maxwell Street
NE33 4PU
Training
Training provider
BPIF TRAINING LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard
Print technician
Level 3 (A level)
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