Print Finishing Apprentice
Assist in setting up and operating print finishing equipment (e.g. guillotines, folders, stitchers, laminators, binders)
Learn to carry out finishing tasks such as cutting, folding, binding, creasing, and laminating
Monitor quality of finished products to ensure they meet required specifications
Prepare work for despatch, ensuring accuracy and presentation standards are met
Manage workflow to meet production schedules and deadlines
Follow all health and safety procedures at all times
Work collaboratively with the wider production team
Training:
Employer: Mayfield Press Oxford Ltd
Training Provider: BPIF Training
Apprenticeship Standard: Print Finishing Technician Level 3
Duration: Typically 24-36 months
On-the-Job Training: 4 days per week (onsite at Mayfield Press)
Off-the-Job Training: 1 day per week (home-based coursework + BPIF learning)
Training Outcome:
Upon completion, the apprentice would usually move into a fully competent operator role, such as:
Print Finishing Operator Bindery Technician Finishing Machine OperatorEmployer Description:
Mayfield are a successful, growing and ambitious print services provider who have been trading for over 25 years. We have an enviable reputation as one of Oxfordshire's finest print companies, boasting an array of litho, digital and large format printing. In an industry where quality is imperative, we pride ourselves on ensuring our customers’ needs are met or exceeded every time they order. We are constantly evolving our services and welcome people from every walk of life to join us.
Working Hours :
Standard hours are Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm. 1-day will be an off-the-job training day working from home (day to be arrange with manager).
Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative