Company Overview
Surf Works Limited is a leading creative agency and garment decorator based in the Midlands. We pride ourselves on our stunning designs and outstanding marketing materials, serving a diverse range of clients from multinational corporations to sole traders.
Apprentice Print & Embroidery Technician – Join Our Creative Production Team
We're on the lookout for a motivated and creative individual to join our team as an Apprentice Print & Embroidery Technician. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain real-world skills while working towards a Level 3 Print Technician (Press) Apprenticeship with BPIF Training – equivalent to A-Levels.
About the Role
As an apprentice, you'll get hands-on experience across all stages of our production process – from taking customer orders and preparing designs to running embroidery machines, operating DTF printers, heat pressing transfers, and finishing the final products.
Training and Qualification
You'll be enrolled in the L3 Print Technician (Press) programme delivered by BPIF Training. This structured course combines workplace learning with online workshops, one-to-one tutor sessions, and ongoing support. You'll develop core industry knowledge, technical skills, and professional behaviours to set you up for a successful career in print production.
What You'll Do
Pre-Press:
* Handle customer enquiries, quotes, and administration
* Design and prepare artwork for embroidery and DTF printing, as well as outsourced production
* Proof and amend artwork to customer specifications
* Prepare files to correct specifications and colour profiles
* Source and order production materials
Press / Production:
* Set up and operate embroidery machines, selecting threads, needles, and settings
* Set up and operate DTF printers, preparing and loading artwork files, managing ink levels, monitoring quality, and ensuring colour accuracy
* Carry out heat pressing to transfer DTF prints onto garments and substrates, ensuring correct temperature, pressure, and timing
* Plan production runs for efficiency and minimal downtime
* Monitor output, troubleshoot issues, and meet deadlines
Post-Production:
* Finish, package, and dispatch completed orders
* Perform basic machine maintenance
* Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace
Who We're Looking For
* Enthusiastic and eager to learn
* Detail-oriented with a creative flair
* Reliable, flexible, and a strong communicator
* Basic IT/design software knowledge (training provided)
Why Join Us?
* Earn while you learn – competitive apprenticeship wage
* Nationally recognised qualification
* Practical skills for the print and embroidery industry
* Career progression opportunities in a growing company
Location: Wilden Industrial Estate. Wilden Lane, Stourport-On-Severn. DY13 9JY
Duration: 30 months
Training Provider: BPIF Training
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: From £14,722.50 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person