Manufacturing Apprentice - Folder Gluer Operator

Introduction

Operating one of the most modern factories in Europe, The Encore Group is a leading one-stop-shop supplier of print and packaging solutions. Encore Packaging Solutions is looking to recruit a manufacturing apprentice. The role will require the ideal candidate to work, assist, and train as an operator on the folder-gluer line.

About the Employer

Operating one of the most modern factories in Europe, The Encore Group is a leading one-stop-shop supplier of print and packaging solutions. Founded in 1983, The Encore Group has been expanding ever since. Our company is now the UK's largest independently owned envelope and packaging manufacturer. Our success and expansion is down to our three pillars of quality, service, and integrity. Encore Packaging Solutions print and manufacture solid board packaging for the Food, Retail and Luxury Goods markets and have built a growing reputation on supplying our customers with quality products matched by exceptional customer service. Our aim is to provide a quality product to the individual requirements of our customers, to specification and on time, every time.

What You'll Do

Duties & Responsibilities of Folder Gluer Operator:

• Setting up and running straight line glue jobs, 4/6 corner and crash lock boxes manufactured from corrugated and/or folding carton board
• Achieve daily production plan
• Comply with company processes and procedures
• Achieve daily, monthly and annual targets for the team, KPIs and OEE
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping
• Passing of own work
• Work with a flexible approach and, when required, assist with other processes in the factory
• Comply with all company health and safety procedures

Full training will be provided on running the Bobst Folder Gluer machine. 

Training Outcome

• Possibility of permanent employment and going on to complete further qualifications

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - English - 4 / C and above
• Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4 / C and above

Course Information

Course: Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm. Once qualified, shift work may be a possibility.

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: EAST DURHAM COLLEGE