Lamination Apprentice

Nelipak Elsham Limited

Brigg (DN20 0SP)

Closes in 27 days (Friday 10 July 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 12 June 2026

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Summary

Are you looking to start a career in manufacturing with a global company that supplies packaging solutions to the medical industry?

If you are motivated, eager to learn, and committed to producing quality work safely, we'd love to hear from you.

• Wage:

  £16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

  Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

  £8 p/h

• Training course: Print operative (level 2)
• Hours: 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. Shifts TBC.

  40 hours a week

• Start date:

  Tuesday 1 September 2026

• Duration:

  2 years

• Positions available:

  1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

As a Lamination Apprentice at Nelipak Elsham, you will gain hands-on experience operating specialist manufacturing equipment while developing valuable skills in quality, process control, health and safety, and continuous improvement. Working alongside experienced operators and mentors, you will learn how to produce high-quality flexible packaging products used within the healthcare sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, has a keen eye for detail, and wants to build a long-term career within manufacturing. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will receive structured training, ongoing support.  You will work alongside an experienced buddy/trainer who will support your development and help you build the knowledge and skills required to become a competent Lamination Operator.

As a Lamination Apprentice, you will work alongside an experienced buddy/trainer who will support your development and help you build the knowledge and skills required to become a competent Lamination Operator.

Working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, you will spend time both on the shop floor and completing your apprenticeship studies. No two days will be exactly the same, but your training will include:

• Learning how the lamination process works and how flexible packaging materials are produced.
• Reading and interpreting production specifications, work instructions, and quality requirements.
• Assisting with machine set-ups and product changeovers.
• Selecting and preparing materials required for production jobs.
• Carrying out quality inspections and checks to ensure products meet customer specifications.
• Recording production and quality information using both paper-based and digital systems.
• Learning how to identify defects, investigate issues, and support process improvements.
• Supporting operators with unloading, packaging, palletising, and handling finished products.
• Maintaining high housekeeping standards and keeping work areas clean, safe, and organised.
• Learning and following health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures, including the correct use of PPE.
• Participating in team meetings, toolbox talks, and continuous improvement activities.
• Gaining an understanding of how manufacturing departments work together to deliver products to customers.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you will gradually take on more responsibility as your knowledge and confidence grow, with the opportunity to develop into a fully trained Lamination Operator within a world-leading medical packaging business.

Where you'll work

The Flarepath
Elsham Wolds Industrial Estate
Brigg
DN20 0SP

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

BPIF TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Print operative (level 2)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

What you'll learn

Course contents

• Read, interpret and follow information, for example, printing instructions and specifications
• Inspect work against specifications and quality standards, for example, works instructions, colour standard, materials or files received
• Record information: digital or manual
• Follow health and safety regulations, legislation and procedures: PPE, manual handling and ergonomic practice
• Follow environmental and sustainability regulations and procedures
• Communicate with colleagues: written, verbal or digital. For example, using digital tools such as email, Information technology (IT) telephony, social media, multi-media, video, infographics
• Implement solutions as developed by management or supervisors
• Identify and report production issues. For example, missing fonts, incorrect materials supplied, wrong adhesive indicated
• Option 1: Pre-Press Operative. Select and use software packages for pre-press, design or workflow tasks. For example, MS Office or equivalent, pdf workflow such as ‘Screen True-flow’, ‘Adobe InDesign’, ‘Adobe Illustrator’ and ERP system such as ‘Tharstern’
• Option 1: Pre-Press Operative. Select, check and use equipment for the production of a printed or digital ‘proof’
• Option 1: Pre-Press Operative. Calibrate proof production equipment
• Option 1: Pre-Press Operative. Select, check and use equipment for the production of plates, screens, output files and materials
• Option 2: Press Operative. Identify and set up printing presses
• Option 2: Press Operative. Conduct and log first line preventative maintenance. For example, clean and lubricate printing equipment
• Option 2: Press Operative. Inspect the quality of print output during production run. For example, colour management, print resolution and product consistency
• Option 2: Press Operative. Follow print press shut down procedures
• Option 2: Press Operative and Option 3: Post-Press Operative. Prepare print material for the next stage in production. For example, palletising; ensuring all material laid in the same direction, boxing, labelling
• Option 2: Press Operative and Option 3: Post-Press Operative. Identify and segregate printed materials into those for use in the next stage of production and those for recycling or disposal
• Option 3: Post-Press Operative. Identify, set up and load finishing equipment with materials. For example, guillotines, stitching-trimming machinery, binding machinery, laminating equipment, die-cutters
• Option 3: Post-Press Operative. Conduct and log first line preventative maintenance. For example, clean and lubricate Post Press finishing equipment
• Option 3: Post-Press Operative. Inspect the quality of the finishing and report any issues arising during the process. For example, misalignment or gathering
• Read, interpret and follow information, for example, printing instructions and specifications
• Inspect work against specifications and quality standards, for example, works instructions, colour standard, materials or files received
• Record information: digital or manual
• Follow health and safety regulations, legislation and procedures: PPE, manual handling and ergonomic practice
• Follow environmental and sustainability regulations and procedures
• Communicate with colleagues: written, verbal or digital. For example, using digital tools such as email, Information technology (IT) telephony, social media, multi-media, video, infographics
• Implement solutions as developed by management or supervisors
• Identify and report production issues. For example, missing fonts, incorrect materials supplied, wrong adhesive indicated

Training schedule

• Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will obtain a qualification in Print Operative Level 2.
• Training for both the apprenticeship and the relevant skills to succeed in the role will take place at the workplace, with no requirement to travel to the training provider, BPIF Training.
• The training and studying for the apprenticeship will be done remotely via Microsoft Teams/Zoom etc. and with onsite visits from the training coordinator.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4)
• Maths (grade 4)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• Chemistry (grade 4)
• Combined Science (grade 4)
• Computer Science (grade 4)
• Design & Technology (grade 4)
• Engineering (grade 4)
• Physics (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Reliability & Punctuality
• Commitment to Safety & Quality
• Willingness to Learn
• Literacy Skills

Other requirements

• This apprenticeship would suit someone who:
• Enjoys practical, hands-on work.
• Has an interest in manufacturing, engineering, or production processes.
• Pays attention to detail and takes pride in producing quality work.
  Is reliable, motivated, and eager to learn.
• Can follow instructions and work safely at all times.
• Wants to build a long-term career within manufacturing.
• No previous manufacturing experience is required – full training will be provided. We are looking for attitude, commitment, and a willingness to learn.

About this employer

Nelipak is a leading global manufacturer of rigid and flexible packaging solutions for the healthcare and medical device industries. With manufacturing facilities and technical centres across Europe, North America, and Asia, we partner with many of the world's leading medical device and pharmaceutical companies to deliver high-quality packaging that protects products and supports patient safety.

About Nelipak

Nelipak is a leading global manufacturer of rigid and flexible packaging solutions for the healthcare and medical device industries. With manufacturing facilities and technical centres across Europe, North America, and Asia, we partner with many of the world's leading medical device and pharmaceutical companies to deliver high-quality packaging that protects products and supports patient safety.

 

Quality, innovation, sustainability, and customer focus are at the heart of everything we do. As a global business, we are committed to investing in our people and providing opportunities for learning, development, and career progression.

About Nelipak Elsham

Located in North Lincolnshire, Nelipak Elsham specialises in the manufacture of flexible packaging solutions, primarily serving the medical packaging market. Approximately 85% of our products support healthcare and medical device applications, where quality, traceability, and compliance are critical.

Our site operates a range of specialist manufacturing processes, including extrusion, printing, lamination, and slitting, supplying customers both in the UK and internationally.

At Elsham, we pride ourselves on creating a positive working environment where safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement are key priorities. We are committed to developing our employees and providing opportunities for individuals to build rewarding long-term careers within manufacturing.

As an apprentice, you will become part of a supportive team, gaining valuable hands-on experience while contributing to products that play an important role in protecting healthcare products used around the world.

 

https://www.nelipak.com (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Quarterly bonus of up to 5% based on site KPIs

Company pension (subject to eligibility requirements)

Life assurance

Occupational Health support

EAP

Employee benefits platform 

After this apprenticeship

This apprenticeship is designed to provide you with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience required to build a successful career within manufacturing.

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to progress into a permanent Lamination Operator role, where you will continue to develop your technical and operational skills.

As your experience grows, further career development opportunities may include:

• Senior Operator
• Team Leader
• Process Technician
• Quality Technician
• Manufacturing Support Roles
• Production Management roles

At Nelipak, we are committed to developing talent from within and supporting employees who demonstrate the right attitude, commitment, and potential to progress their careers.

This apprenticeship is an excellent first step into the manufacturing and medical packaging industry, providing a strong foundation for long-term career growth.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BPIF TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000035961.

Apply now

Closes in 27 days (Friday 10 July 2026 at 11:59pm)