Papermaking Apprentice

Working with a world leading manufacturer the successful candidate will gain hands-on unrivalled experience. Working one-on-one with some of the most complicated pieces of machinery, your drive and passion will resonate within the team, you will be a crucial part of bringing Sofidel’s long-term goals to life.

The successful candidate will be a part of the manufacturing process of some of our famous brands from the get go. Striving to meet production and environmental targets set, this role will offer a variety of daily duties and tasks alongside the satisfaction of knowing you played a part in achieving not only production goals, but also our environmental and ethical pledges.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

Interact with the control panel of the machine to verify parameters Adjust system settings to ensure optimisation of the machine is utilised and reached Carry out quality checks on products ensuring standardisation of paper specification Record and analyse process data and report back to the Shift Supervisor the efficiency of the machine Carry out minor maintenance tasks such as blade switches to minimise downtime Develop a strong knowledge of the paper machine equipment as well as ingredients, systems and processes Assist with the start-up of the machine following downtime Liaise with the wider papermill functions to ensure productivity and compliance with company standards Carry out housekeeping tasks ensuring a safe working environment

Additional Duties/Responsibilities:

Knowledge and awareness of safe operating systems Knowledge of H&S working practices Understanding and knowledge of paper quality requirements and testing Team working Strong leadership

Training:
The apprenticeship will consist of a combination of block release at CATCH in Stallingborough and onsite with your employer You will complete the Level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician Standard, including the City & Guilds L3 0610 in Process Technology In addition to this you will also complete a Level 2 and Level 3 qualification in Papermaking

Training Outcome:
Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate You will have developed a variety of interchangeable skills and have an in depth understanding of the papermaking industry

Employer Description:
The Sofidel Group is one of the leading manufacturers of paper for hygienic and domestic use worldwide. Established in 1966, the Group has subsidiaries in 12 countries – Italy, Spain, the UK, France, Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Poland, Hungary, Greece, Romania and the USA – with more than 6,000 employees, net sales of 1,919 million Euros (2019) and a production capacity of over one million tonnes per year (1,308,000 tonnes in 2019). “Regina”, its most well-known brand, is present on almost all the reference markets. Other brands include: Softis, Le Trèfle, Sopalin, Thirst Pockets, KittenSoft, Nalys, Cosynel, Lycke, Nicky, Papernet. A member of the UN Global Compact and the international WWF Climate Savers programme, the Sofidel Group considers sustainability a strategic factor with regards to growth and is committed to reducing its impact on natural capital and maximising social benefits, setting as objective the creation of shared added value for all stakeholders. Sofidel’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets to 2030 have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as consistent with reductions required to keep warming to well-below 2°C, in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.

Working Hours :
Hours will be worked: Monday- Friday Between 9.00am and 5.30pm

Skills:
Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Strong Leadership