Trade Apprentice Post Press Platen; Emboss, Foiling Technician Level 3
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Company: WINDLES GROUP MANUFACTURING LIMITED
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Location: Thame, OX9 3EU
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,640.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000045242
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Application Deadline Date: 31/08/2026
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Start Date: 14/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday- Friday. Shift dependant. Shifts to be confirmed.
Brief Description
Join a print industry leader, learning post-print skills and the competency to work on all aspects of Embossing, Foiling and Die Cutting on our machines. The role includes teamwork, heavy machine operations and intricate detailing.
Training to be Provided
- Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the qualification obtained will be a Level 3 Print Technician Apprenticeship Standard (post-press pathway) The apprentice will be given sufficient time to undertake their "off-the-job" requirement of the apprenticeship
- Throughout your time as an apprentice, you will be supported by both your employer and BPIF Training
- You will be assigned a training coordinator to ensure that you have the best training available
- Training requirements will be discussed at the point of employment to suit your individual needs and business's needs
- Most training and studying will be site-based
Future Prospects
- After the successful completion of this apprenticeship, a possible full-time position will be available for the right candidate
- The apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable commercial work experience resulting in essential engineering and professional skills to progress into the print industry or elsewhere
Vacancy Detail
- Carry out visual and process checks to ensure output quality is maintained
- Learn machine maintenance and operating the machines to help deliver live jobs
- Work effectively with team members meeting deadlines and quality standards
- Demonstrate a professional attitude in the workplace, including communication and teamwork
- Demonstrate a commitment to learn, a positive work ethic, and excellent attendance
- Training in Health & Safety, operational procedures, and printing techniques
Other Information
Windles is well serviced by local public transport, with bus routes outside the premises linking to:
- Thame Town Centre (Town Hall) ( 2 miles)
- Oxford City Centre (18 miles)
- Aylesbury (12 miles)
- Haddenham & Thame Parkway Train Station (4 miles)
- Chinnor (4 miles)
- Stokenchurch (9 miles)