Apprentice Digital Printer with Studio

Introduction

An excellent opportunity to join an established commercial printing company and build a career. You'll receive practical training in both Digital Printing and our Studio, learning how artwork is prepared, printed and produced using modern equipment while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

About the Employer

Based in Wolverhampton Lion FPG was established in 1928 and has grown to become a trusted partner to our customers. One company, one philosophy – many solutions.  One of just a handful of certified Carbon Balanced Printers in the UK.

What You'll Do

You will rotate between our Studio and Digital Print departments, learning every stage of the print production process.

You'll prepare artwork for print, check customer files, produce digital print, operate finishing equipment where required and ensure work meets our quality standards. Full training and support will be provided throughout your apprenticeship.

Training will include:

• Health & Safety
• Preparing artwork for print
• File checking and proofing
• Colour management
• Digital print production
• Machine operation
• Quality assurance
• Customer specifications
• Production workflow

You will gain experience using equipment including:

• Fujifilm Revoria EC1100
• Ricoh Pro C9110
• Konica Minolta Bizhub
• Watkiss PowerSquare Booklet Maker
• Astrojet S1 Envelope Printer
• Neopost DS-200 Inserting Machine

Within the Studio you will learn artwork preparation, file management, proofing and production planning using industry-standard software and workflows.

Training will be delivered through a combination of workplace learning and support from the apprenticeship provider.

Training Outcome

• A successfully qualified apprentice will be offered a full time position
• As a professional member of the team, optional training in other departments will be available, with potential career progression for ambitious individuals

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Print technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 with one hour lunch break.

Expected Duration: 2 Years 6 Months

Training Provider: BPIF TRAINING LIMITED