Production Apprentice Level 3 - SAICA Paper

NonStop Consulting Ltd; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the paper manufacturing industry is looking for apprentices to join their team. This apprenticeship will provide training in various operational aspects while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Successful candidates will gain a diploma and have opportunities for career progression to higher-level roles within the company.

Benefits

24 Days Holiday Allowance, plus Bank Holidays

Employee Pension Contribution

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay

Eyecare Assistance

Employee Assistance Programme

Onsite Canteen

Onsite Parking

Paid Sick Leave

Death in Service Amount

Employee Recognition/Awards

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSE's at grade 4/C or above.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain plant to ensure process continuity.
• Comply with Safety, Quality and Environment regulations.
• Carry out daily maintenance checks.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Strong team worker with high levels of independence

Good use of initiative

Good computer literacy

Good time management

Excellent communication skills

Education

5 GCSE's including Maths, English and Science at grade 4/C or above

Job description

Operate and maintain the plant to ensure efficient process continuity ensuring all safety, environmental and quality regulations as established by the company are followed.

Qualification Requirements
5 GCSE's including Maths, English and Science at grade 4/C or above

Salary - £20,000 per annum

Reviews every 6 months with salary increasing by £2000 each review if the apprentices meets al the necessary requirements both in the workplace and in college.

Benefits

• Holiday Allowance - 24 Days Holiday Allowance, plus Bank Holidays.Able to book 3 x floating days after 1 years’ service which increases to 6 days after 3 years’ service
• Pension - Employee %4.5, Employer 4.5%
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay
• Eyecare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Onsite Canteen
• Onsite Parking
• Paid Sick Leave
• Death in Service amount
• Employee recognition/awards

Location - 144 Manchester Road, Carrington, M31 4QN

Working Hours

Shift Pattern working 4 on (2 x 12 hour days, 2 x 12 hour nights) 6 days off.

If on days, Monday to Friday.

Duration - 27 months

Start Date - August 2025

Interview Date -TBC

Closing Date for Applications - 6th June 2025

To Apply

To apply, please click the Apply Now button and complete the form. If you are having difficulty in completing this, please contact recruitment on [e-mail] for assistance

Next Steps

Successful candidates will be progressed to a one way video interview, invites will be sent via email.

The video interview will be reviewed by the Hiring Manager along with your application form to decide who is brought through to the final interview.

Job Description

Apprentices will receive training to carry out the following activities in all areas of the Paper Mill:

• Comply with Safety, Quality and Environment regulations and company policy
• Ensure good housekeeping in all production areas
• Participate in the investigation of events that occur, identifying opportunities for improvements in installations/procedures and putting into practice the actions that are defined
• Form part of the site emergency response team
• Carry out daily Total Preventative Maintenance checks to ensure associated plant is running at its optimum and any anomalies are identified and resolved in a timely manner
• Support the Level 1 Operator in performing the production programme in accordance with production targets, complying with the quality specifications set whilst achieving the greatest overall efficiency possible
• Carry out plant cleaning and maintenance work during scheduled monthly, annual or general downtimes in line with the instructions of the Shift Manager
• Monitor and control all aspects of the paper making process
• Carry out daily work programmes as assigned by the shift manager

Candidate Requirements

Skills required

• Problem solving skills
• Strong team worker with high levels of independence
• Good use of initiative
• Good computer literacy is essential
• Good time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills

Training To Be Delivered

Qualification to be delivered: Diploma in Understanding Process Industry Manufacturing

Apprenticeship Standard:Process Industry Manufacturing Technician

Training Provider:Cogent Skills

Delivery model:Online

Future Prospects

Progression to permanent Level 2 Operator which can then lead to Level 1 Operator. Following this, potential future roles could be Shift Engineer, Shift Manager or Process Engineer.

Level 2 Operator; £43,000

Level 1 Operator; £47,700

Shift Engineer; £50,000+

Shift Manager; £55,000+

Process Engineer; £50,000+

Things To Be Considered

Working will be done on shifts.

About SAICA Paper

Our state-of-the-art production facilities allow us to manufacture a range of high-performance papers that can be converted into advanced packaging in terms of strength and design. In addition, our range of 100% recycled papers allows you to optimise your production processes and minimise your costs.