Introduction

Join a leading UK packaging tooling manufacturer and build a rewarding career through hands-on training, mentoring and real industry experience. Develop valuable technical skills, work with modern equipment and become part of a supportive team with excellent long-term prospects.

About the Employer

Sabre Dies Limited is a leading specialist supplier of steel rule cutting dies and ancillary products for the packaging and cardboard manufacturing industries.

What You'll Do

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

Manufacture flatbed and/or rotary dies to technical drawings
Operate laser cutting, rule processing, and rubbering equipment
Accurately fit cutting, creasing, and perforation rules
Apply ejector rubbers to optimise stripping performance
Inspect finished dies to ensure quality and accuracy

Training Outcome

We actively support progression through a structured pathway:

Trainee / Apprentice→ Junior → Skilled → Senior → Lead Die Maker
Ongoing training in machinery, materials, and process improvement
Opportunity to develop into specialist or supervisory roles

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English and Maths - A*/9 – C/4

Course Information

Course: Engineering operative (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday 7am to 3.30pm (and 10am to 6.30pm after training) + a 30-minute unpaid break. Flexible working is required, which includes paid overtime and some Saturday morning working.

Expected Duration: 2 Years 1 Months

Number of Positions Available: 3

Training Provider: LINCOLN COLLEGE

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