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Manufacturing and Print Apprentice SIMPLY CARTONS LIMITED

Simply cartons are looking to add 2 print machinist apprentices to their team. they are looking to bring in new members of the team to learn the skills and role to take the business forward with career longevity in mind.

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Closing date: 30 Jan 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,004.32 to £17,784.00

    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 7.5 hours - Friday 6 hours - shift patterns. Depending on the age of the apprentice shifts may be altered to meet legal requirements. Shift patterns are to be confirmed with the successful candidates at interview stage.

    Total hours per week: 36

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    01 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000081946

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Operating lithographic print machines to produce high quality cartons
  • Assist No1 printer in the smooth running of the press
  • Loading board and paper
  • Keeping inks and chemicals topped up
  • Loading printing plates
  • Ability to work to a high degree of accuracy in colour, documentation, and procedures
  • Responsible for helping meet all efficiency targets, improving quality, performing basic maintenance, working safety, and performing machine health and safety checks
  • Responsible for ensuring that work area, equipment and machinery are kept clean and tidy
  • Responsible for ensuring that all products are printed to a high standard, and all quality checks are carried out in accordance with quality standards procedures

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

Lean Manufacturing Operative level 2 apprenticeship standard, including Functional Skills if required.

This is a work based programme which means that all of your learning will take place on the site of your employment and within your contracted working hours. We host supporting workshops regularly throughout the apprenticeship which you can attend virtually via Microsoft Teams.

You will work with expert assessors to develop new knowledge, skills and behaviours within the profession. You will experience a blended learning model. You will gather learning evidence, journals and off-the-job records using your e-portfolio.

At the end of the planned learning period, it will be agreed that you are ready to enter 'Gateway' and for your End Point Assessment to be arranged.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Full time position will be offered on succesful completion of the apprenticeship and career progression on longevity within the business is an expected motivation for the successful apprentice.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Team working, Diligent worker

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-4 / A-C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-4 / A-C) Desired

About the employer

Based here in Nottingham, we’re a friendly bunch that thrive on our next challenge. Whether this be new project development or cost rationalisation, there will be an optimum solution and we promise to find it for you. Working with a variety of both start-ups as well as FMCG brands, we tailor make our approach to your project; dependent entirely on what it is that you would like to achieve. There is no ‘one size fits all’ process here and our dedicated account managers will guide you through.

Employer

SIMPLY CARTONS LIMITED

Address

Perry Road Nottingham

NG5 1GQ

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Training

Training provider

WEST NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Lean manufacturing operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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