Print Technician Apprentice

By the close of the course, you will be able:

To impose and make ready jobs as required To mix ink according to pantone books or a set formula To crease and die-cut as required To run the platen press as required according to safe systems of working To wash up and clean the press To cut foil to size To run the hot foil platen press as required according to safe systems of working To clean and maintain the press and alert management to any damaged or faulty parts To ensure a high quality of printing is maintained To aid management in setting safe systems of work and health and safety practises To assist in quality control and packing when required

You may also be required to undertake additional or other duties as necessary and reasonable from time to time

Training:

Advanced Apprenticeship Standard for Print Technicians (Level 3)

A full plan will be created at the start of the Apprenticeship to provide information as to what you will be studying and when. Learn2print will deliver the theoretical knowledge for your Print Apprenticeship. You will attend a class each month for one full day at a local venue (this information will be provided on interview) This teaching and training will cover everything from health and safety and general industrial practices to specific industry practices. This will lead you to preparation for your end point assessment, consisting of an online exam, professional discussion and observation in the workplace. You will be allocated a designated tutor and workplace mentor who will support and guide you through the Apprenticeship.

Training Outcome:

Full time position as a Print Technician may be offered to the right candidate

Employer Description:
We are a quality greeting card and matchbox manufacturer offering an apprenticeship that will teach from the very basis of the print procedure. Using presses that have been around for many decades.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4pm 30mins paid break

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness