Company Overview
Operating one of the most modern factories in Europe, The Encore Group is a leading one-stop- shop supplier of print and packaging solutions.
Founded in 1983, The Encore Group has been expanding ever since. Our company is now the UK's largest independently owned envelope and packaging manufacturer. Our success and expansion is down to our three pillars of quality, service, and integrity.
Encore Packaging Solutions print and manufacture solid board packaging for the Food, Retail and Luxury Goods markets and have built a growing reputation on supplying our customers with quality products matched by exceptional customer service.
Our aim is to provide a quality product to the individual requirements of our clients, to specification and on time, every time.
Find out more about our business at www.theencoregroup.co.uk
Duties & Responsibilities of Trainee Printer:

• To learn how to make the machines ready for production
• To learn how to print litho work (Previous print experience would be an advantage)
• To learn how to minimise wastage
• To learn how to maintain a high standard of housekeeping on and around the machines
• To learn all the relevant aspects of Health & Safety, including guarding on the machines
• To learn the language of print in order to progress within the business
• To learn about the ISO standards and procedures in relation to our business
• A commitment to undertake the BPIF Qualification

Full training will be provided
This role would suit a driven individual who is looking to start training for a career in a skilled manual role with the below skills:

• Multi-tasking and organisation of tasks
• Excellent communication skills
• Punctual and reliable
• Keen attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable as you are likely to undertake several different tasks during a shift

Job Details & Benefits:

• Permanent, full time position
• Hours of work are Monday to Friday
• Annual Quality Bonus
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare Scheme
• Non-contributory life insurance scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

This position is based at North West Industrial Estate in Peterlee; please ensure that you are able to get to this site before applying.
Job Type: Full-time
Additional pay:

• Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person