Apprentice Print Operative (Lithographic Printing)
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Company: Pollards Print
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Location: EXETER, EX2 7NU
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £15,600.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000033214
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Application Deadline Date: 26/06/2026
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Start Date: 29/06/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Potential for shift work at end of course Monday to Friday. Working hours TBC
Brief Description
Looking for a hands-on career where you can learn specialist skills working with technology? Pollards Print is offering an exciting opportunity to join our production team in Exeter. This apprenticeship will offer practical experience, nationally recognised qualifications and long-term career prospects in a modern manufacturing environment.
Training to be Provided
- A structured, 2-year apprenticeship program leading to a BPIF Level 2 Print Operative qualification
Dedicated Support: Regular 1-on-1 meetings with your manager and a designated mentor to track your progress and provide guidance
Career Progression: Opportunity for a permanent position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Inclusive Culture: A supportive and friendly team environment where you can develop your skills and grow with us
Throughout your time as an apprentice, you will be supported by both Pollards Print and the BPIF. You will be assigned a training coordinator to work with you throughout the duration of your apprenticeship
Training requirements will be discussed at the point of employment to suit both your own and business needs
Most training and studying will be site-based
You should be comfortable with planning your workload as you progress through the apprenticeship
Future Prospects
Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to:
- A permanent full-time role
- Progression to Senior Printer, Shift Leader or Department Manager
- Further technical training and qualifications
- Long-term career development within print and manufacturing
Vacancy Detail
You will work alongside experienced professionals, learn how high-quality printed products are created, and train to operate industry-leading printing equipment used by businesses and organisations across the UK.
No previous print experience is needed. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, willingness to learn and good attention to detail.
This is a practical, hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will learn how professional print production works from start to finish while building valuable workplace and technical skills.
Your duties will include:
- Learning from experienced printers and mentors
- Assisting in setting up and operating modern Heidelberg printing presses
- Checking print quality and colours
- Preparing materials and helping keep production running smoothly
- Working as part of a friendly production team
- Learning how to meet customer deadlines and quality standards
- Developing problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills
- Building confidence, responsibility and technical knowledge
Over time, you will gain the skills needed to become a qualified Lithographic Printer, a specialist trade with excellent long-term career opportunities.
Other Information
- This role is a combination of practical hands-on work and problem solving/ attention to detail
- The local area has good travel links, is accessible by public transport (trains and buses) as well as providing car parking on site for staff