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Apprentice Print Finisher

MAYFIELD PRESS (OXFORD) LTD

LOCATION
📍 COWLEY, OX4 6TU
PAY
💶 National Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
HOURS
⏰ 40 hours per week hrs/week
DURATION
📅 2 Years 6 Months
APPLY BY
SECTOR
Engineering and manufacturing

Employer information

Requirements

Apprenticeship Standard: Print technician (level 3) (Level 3) Desired skills: Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness

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About this apprenticeship

Are you eager to start a career in print and manufacturing? We are looking for a motivated and dependable individual to join our team as a Print Finisher Apprentice.
You will be someone who takes pride in your work, pays attention to detail, and enjoys working as part of a team. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and strong organisational skills are key. You'll also be comfortable following instructions, meeting deadlines, and maintaining high standards of quality and workplace safety.
Daily activities for this role will include:

Assist in setting up and operating print finishing equipment (e.g. guillotines, folders, stitchers, laminators, binders)
Learn to carry out finishing tasks such as cutting, folding, binding, creasing, and laminating
Monitor quality of finished products to ensure they meet required specifications
Prepare work for despatch, ensuring accuracy and presentation standards are met
Manage workflow to meet production schedules and deadlines
Follow all health and safety procedures at all times
Work collaboratively with the wider production team

Training

Employer: Mayfield Press Oxford Ltd
Training Provider: BPIF Training
Apprenticeship Standard: Print Finishing Technician Level 3
Duration: Typically 30-36 months
On-the-Job Training: 4 days per week
Off-the-Job Training: 1 day per week 

Throughout your apprenticeship you will be supported by experienced staff at Mayfield Press and BPIF Training.  Your training will be delivered through onsite and remote sessions.
The apprentice will gain hands-on experience across key print finishing operations:

Print finishing processes and techniques
Machine setup, operation, and adjustment for different finishing requirements
Quality control and inspection of finished goods
Safe use and maintenance of finishing equipment
Production workflow and efficiency practices within a print environment

What you could go on to do

Upon successful completion of the L3 Print Technician, you could usually move into a fully competent operator role, such as:

Print Finishing Operator
Bindery Technician
Finishing Machine Operator

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