Limelight Signs Ltd in Bacup is recruiting for an Apprentice Sign Maker. The successful candidate will work towards completing a Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative apprenticeship over 15 months.
About Us
Limelight Signs is a leading UK Road Traffic Sign manufacturer, specializing in the design and manufacture of permanent and temporary road signage. Our products include site safety signs, street name signs, and shop fascias.
Role Responsibilities
1. Understanding and following instructions on works orders.
2. Logging batch numbers and information on works orders.
3. Using appropriate PPE when performing tasks.
4. Working with materials such as aluminium, steel, and composites.
5. Using hand tools like drills, jigsaws, grinders, sanders, multitools, scalpels, and tape measures.
6. Measuring and cutting sign rails or channels using a cross-cut saw.
7. Measuring and cutting sheet materials on a guillotine.
8. Applying sign rails or channels to sign profiles using a riveting machine.
9. Preparing sign faces for vinyl print application.
10. Applying vinyl prints using power or flatbed rollers.
11. Trimming excess vinyl with a scalpel knife.
12. Quality checking finished signs.
13. Applying UK CA labels.
14. Gathering correct sign furniture and fixings.
15. Wrapping and packaging signs for delivery or courier.
16. Loading vehicles and taking deliveries.
17. Maintaining a clean and tidy workshop and workspace.
Candidate Requirements
* A driving license is preferred but not essential, as deliveries may be required nationwide.
* Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
* Willingness to work in a warehouse environment.
* Team player with adaptability and a proactive approach.
* Interest in manufacturing industry and commitment to further education.
* Physically fit, capable of lifting, carrying, and standing for long periods.
* Attention to detail and passion for quality.
* Creative, organized, and capable of multitasking.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Working Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8am - 4:30pm
Friday: 8am - 3:45pm
Unpaid lunch: 45 minutes
Unpaid morning break: 15 minutes
Total: 36.75 hours per week
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