Post-Press Technician Apprenticeship
We are offering a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our busy production team at our facility in Brentwood, Essex. This is a great chance to gain experience in the print industry. You can progress your career with the added benefit of being able to earn while you learn in a fun, dynamic and rewarding environment.
A POST-PRESS TECHNICIAN IS SKILLED IN ALL THE PHYSICAL PROCESSES THAT OCCUR AFTER THE PRINTING STAGE AND COVERS A BROAD RANGE OF EQUIPMENT.
Each requires different techniques in order to operate successfully, and job duties can vary according to machine type and technology. As part of their training they will develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs) in the core elements as defined in the standard. In conjunction with this core set of KSBs, they will also focus on the KSBs required for their specific job.
A SKILLED POST-PRESS TECHNICIAN WOULD BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS:
• Pre-press and post-press processes and equipment and how their role will impact upon others
• Properties and structures of materials, adhesives and various other chemicals
• Physical properties of the numerous paper/plastic stocks and their benefits and constraints
• How to convert sheets into pages and products
• How to safely and effectively convert the source materials (e.g. printed paper and gold foil) into the customer’s specific product (e.g. a special edition videogame pack) by using a combination of machinery and processes
• The benefits and constraints of the many different folding types
• How to apply different finishes to different substrates e.g. scented varnish, holographic foiling, soft-touch laminate, near-field communication sticker and be able to set up, run and maintain a specific range of finishing equipment at the appropriate speed and at quality levels
• Deal with a range of finishing processes which may include varnishing, folding, embossing/debossing, foil blocking etc.
• Operate finishing equipment optimally
• Handle and transport materials and other inventory within the finishing area working environment
• Work to tight deadlines, in a calm and professional manner
This is an excellent opportunity to take your first steps into a career within the UK printing industry.
Apprenticeship Level Expected to Achieve
- Advanced Level Apprenticeship Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
- City and Guilds Print Technician Level 2 Qualification
Duration
- 18 – 24 months
- Possible start date August 2025
Desired skills and personal qualities
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Administrative skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications
- GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 5 or above) essential
- GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 5 or above) essential
Benefits
- Hands on training and mentorship
- Professional development opportunities
- Potential for full time position upon completion
- A supportive and dynamic work environment
What is in it for you?
- Salary dependent on experience
- Training and development
- Work based pension
- Profit related bonus after 6 months service
- Life assurance scheme
- 21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Wellbeing at work programme
- Great social and team building events
Closing date for applications 1st August 2025
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To apply please complete our application form. If you have any questions, please contact Clare Coles 01277 281900 Clare.Coles@Bakerlabels.co.uk
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