Do you want to work for a progressive organisation with a good history, who makes a product that our customers want and need. Are you looking to establish a career in manufacturing? Then look no further this could be the job for you. Our apprenticeship provides valuable on-the-job training and experience combined with studying for several qualifications including Level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician standard and Level 2 and 3 in papermaking. About the Role As a manufacturing apprentice, you will be learning all aspects of the papermaking process to become a fully competent manufacturing operative at the end of the 3-year apprenticeship. Role This manufacturing apprentice role will enable you to learn the skills required to be able to assist the production department, resources, and systems to ensure the company maintains a high-quality product, always in line with company policies, regulatory standards, and statutory guidelines / deadlines. At the end of the 3-year apprenticeship with the training provided and qualifications achieved we expect that you will become fully competent in being a manufacturing operative and be able to complete the following duties: Set up different machines. run the machine to create a pulp that will be used to produce paper. complete quality and productivity checks. and undertake routine maintenance whist maintaining safety and reliability standards and working as part of a team The apprenticeship would initially be a days based role, working Monday to Friday 8am - 4.30pm. At some point during your apprenticeship, you may be expected to work on shifts (6am - 6pm or 6pm - 6am). Benefits Company pension Life assurance Sick pay Free company products Free on-site parking Food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service Free early access to pay scheme Salary sacrifice schemes Employee referral scheme Requirements Competencies and skills required GCSE English (Grade level 9-5) essential GCSE Math (Grade level 9-5) essential GCSE Science (Grade level 9-5) essential Excellent problem-solving ability Good communication skills Organisational skills Problem-solver Good team working