Sheetfed Offset Printing Apprentice — Hands-on Tech

Elanders Kaisheim GmbH; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading print and packaging company is seeking an apprentice as a Print Media Technologist specializing in sheetfed offset printing. This opportunity involves hands-on training in a modern production environment, working with advanced machinery, and supporting maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates should have a solid school qualification and very good German language skills. The apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a successful career in the print and packaging industry.

Responsibilities

• Gain insight into all relevant departments to understand production processes.
• Work with advanced machine systems like sheetfed offset presses.
• Receive training in control, measurement, and regulation systems.
• Support maintenance and servicing work on machines.
• Comply with and apply industry standards in daily operations.

Skills

German language skills

Interest in print and packaging industry

Basic computer skills

Willingness to learn

Responsibility

Careful and reliable working style

Education

Solid school-leaving qualification

Job description

Are you interested in technology, quality, and modern production processes? Then an apprenticeship as a Print Media Technologist specializing in sheetfed offset printing at Elanders Print & Packaging is the perfect way to start your career. In an innovative production environment, you will learn how high-quality print products are created—from preparation and printing through to finishing. You will work with state-of-the-art machinery, become part of an experienced team, and lay the foundation for a long-term career in the print and packaging industry.

Your Tasks

• Gain comprehensive insight into all relevant departments of the company, helping you understand production processes and how different areas work together.
• Work with advanced machine systems, including sheetfed offset presses, die-cutting machines, and folding carton gluing lines.
• Receive step-by-step training in the use of various control, measurement, and regulation systems.
• Actively support maintenance and servicing work on machines and production equipment.
• Learn how to comply with and apply industry-specific quality and safety standards such as ISO and BRC in daily operations.

What makes you stand out

• A solid school-leaving qualification
• Very good German language skills, both written and spoken
• A strong interest in the print and packaging industry
• High willingness to learn and motivation to develop new skills
• A strong sense of responsibility
• A careful, reliable, and safety-conscious working style
• Basic computer skills