Print Apprentice

Coveris Make it Happen, Make it Right and Make it Better and we are looking for new talent whom share the same values.

You will complete a Level 3 Print Technician qualification via Learn 2 Print over 2 years. You will be required to attend training in Kettering 1 day per week.

Read below to find out more about the print role.

**Key Areas of Responsibility**
- Ensure effective handover communication is completed on arrival with previous Operator on shift - covering SQD
- Support the department with walk arounds in the Press area to carry out 5S
- Complete cleaning schedule at the start of the shift
- Carry out guard checks
- Report any issues to the Shift Manager that affect SQD throughout the shift
- Support the print department to achieve machine targets speed to be optimised where possible - raising any concerns where these can not be achieved immediately
- Assist with monitoring and controlling print quality using the appropriate documentation
- raise any concerns with the Shift Manager
- Complete all related paperwork and input data onto the ERP system accurately
- Maintain good housekeeping on the press and surrounding areas
- Ensure the machine and equipment is maintained to a ‘new like standard’ - raising any Engineering T Cards when necessary
- To come forward with ideas and work with the Site team to continually improve the cell and process where required
- To ensure that consideration and good relations are maintained at all times
- Assist with filling out Production feedback forms when you incure downtime or input errors
- Support the Shift Manager in concluding internal spoilage investigations and customer complaints
- Ensure all metrics are populated on the machine
- Be proactive to ensure all inputs are available for the next job
- Support the operator to mount and set flexi dies (Imp)
- Ensure all standard SOP’s are adhered too
- Support with department to carry out planned maintenance operator tasks on a bi weekly basis supporting the Engineers when necessary
- Active involvement and support in any site CPS events

**Key Requirements**
- Entry requirement - 5 GCSE’s at Grade 4 or above including Maths and English
- Driving licence desired - There will be day releases to attend training
- Proactive, positive, enthusiastic - demonstrates “can do” attitude
- Self motivated
- Willingness to multiskill and be flexible based on the needs and demand of the business
- Excellent communicator (written and verbal) at all times
- Great attention to detail
- Innovative thinker
- Organised and calm under pressure
- Friendly, approachable and flexible - a team player
- Professional
- Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot
- A desire to continually improve

**Work Place Benefits**

**Workplace**:

- State-of-the-art facilities and manufacturing environments
- Home to industry leading print and packaging technologies
- Safe, inclusive workplaces which embrace diversity across our global sites
- Over £24 million invested over last 3 years into next generation Paper manufacturing capabilities
- Free onsite parking

**Culture**:

- People-first business where everyone feels part of the team
- Forward thinking, forward acting responsible for our environment and our local communities with employee engagement through initiatives like our own global NO WASTE week and Earth Day
- Employee recognition and reward schemes: S.T.A.R awards and NO WASTE champion

**Training & Development**:

- Quality training and career development opportunities
- Career progression within and outside of the UK through our extensive EMEA site base
- Fast-track, in-house recruitment process

**Added Value/Wellbeing**:

- Life cover at four times basic annual salary
- Free, expert pension advice
- Wellbeing programmes to support physical and mental health
- Cycle to work scheme
- Other staff rewards including food, vouchers, events etc.

**Selection**

Should you feel that this role is appealing to you, please submit your covering letter and CV.