Introduction

Are you looking to establish a career in manufacturing?

Our apprenticeship provides valuable on-the-job training and experience combined with studying for several qualifications including Level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician standard and Level 2 and 3 in papermaking.

About the Employer

Northwood is a group of associated companies that provide the manufacturing, supply and transportation of paper hygiene and wiping products for both the away-from-home and consumer market.

What You'll Do

This manufacturing apprentice role will enable you to learn the skills required to be able to assist the production department, resources, and systems to ensure the company maintains a high-quality product, always in line with company policies, regulatory standards, and statutory guidelines/deadlines.

At the end of the 3-year apprenticeship with the training provided and qualifications achieved we expect that you will become fully competent in being a manufacturing operative and be able to complete the following duties:

Set up different machines
Run the machine to create a pulp that will be used to produce paper
Complete quality and productivity checks
And undertake routine maintenance whilst maintaining safety and reliability standards and working as part of a team

Training Outcome

This apprenticeship and qualification could lead to you becoming a senior production operative or trainee team leader.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Team working

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - level 9-5
Essential - GCSE - Math - level 9-5
Essential - GCSE - Science - level 9-5

Course Information

Course: Process industry manufacturing technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday 8am - 4.30pm. At some point during your apprenticeship, you may be expecting to work on shifts (6am - 6pm or 6pm - 6am).

Expected Duration: 3 Years

Training Provider: HCF CATCH LIMITED

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