Foil Operator Apprentice

CPI Books -Croydon, New Addington, Croydon

Foil Operator Apprentice

£14,976 to £23,793.12 a year

CPI Books -Croydon, New Addington, Croydon

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Apprenticeship programme

Posted 1 week ago, 17 Jul | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: 14-08-2026 (In 20 days)

Job ref: None

Location ref: New Addington, Croydon

Full Job Description

Introduction

CPI Books Croydon has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Apprentice to join our Print Finishing team to develop as a skilled foil blocking print finisher and actively participate in a 26 Month apprenticeship as a Print Finishing Technician. 



About the Employer

CPI, your book printer in THE UK
CPI Books is the UK’s leading book printing service provider.

We lead the book printing market with the latest deployment of inkjet digital printing technology, integrated warehousing, distribution and supply-chain solutions, thanks to significant investments in digital technology and advanced internal IT solutions. 

 



What You'll Do

• To foil, emboss or deboss book covers or jackets according to the customers’ requirements to the required standards in a timely fashion.
• To meet set targets and benchmarks issued as per set Key Performance Indicators.
• To carry out all operator machine maintenance schedules as described in the manual or company guidelines.
• To be able to follow both written and verbal instructions.
• To maintain a safe, clean working environment to aid efficient business processes



Training Outcome

Full-time position available.



Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness


Qualifications

  • Desired - GCSE - English - Grade C/4 or above
  • Desired - GCSE - Maths - Grade C/4 or above


Course Information

Course: Print technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced



Working Arrangements

Working Week: 3 days to be confirmed. 6am-6pm. 1 hour paid break.

Expected Duration: 2 Years 2 Months



Training Provider: LEARN 2 PRINT LIMITED

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/foil-operator-apprentice-127109885