Sign Production Apprentice

Summary

We are seeking an Apprentice to join our well-established signage company based in Sheffield, with nearly 30 years of industry experience. Our factory offers a fast-paced environment where you will be guided and instructed by our skilled and experienced staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop valuable skills

Annual wage: £13,312 a year
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Training course: Signage technician (level 3)
Hours: 40 hours per week 8:30 - 17:00 Monday to Friday
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 11 November
Duration: 2 Years
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience operating state-of-the-art equipment, including: Large format printers Laminators Plotters CNC machines, and Application tables.

You'll be actively involved in producing custom-made professional signage, learning the intricacies of each process under the guidance of our expert team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to develop advanced technical skills in a dynamic and creative industry.

Where you’ll work

Mjs Signs Ltd

Unit B

Old Station Drive

Sheffield

S7 2PY

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

BPIF TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Signage technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Interpret information, for example customer briefs, specifications and work instructions.

Conduct site survey.

Calculate costs and prepare quotations.

Plan and schedule work.

Prepare for signage work.

Use graphic design software to design signage.

Create pre-fabrication files/instructions.

Select and use materials and components.

Assemble signs.

Trim, clean and add fixing features to signage such as eyelets, hinges and brackets, as required.

Protect materials and signs to prevent damage during manufacture, transportation and storage.

Apply, install or erect signs.

Check signage materials and products against quality requirements.

Identify and document risks and hazards in the workplace; advise on and apply control measures.

Comply with health and safety regulations and requirements.

Comply with organisational and statutory environmental and sustainability considerations: safe disposal of waste, recycling of materials and efficient use of resources.

Select, set up, complete pre-checks and operate sign-making machinery, tools and equipment.

Maintain work area, tools and equipment for example, charge batteries and sharpen blades.

Use access equipment in the installation process, for example ladders, fixed and mobile platforms.

Communicate with colleagues and/or stakeholders – verbal, written or electronic; use industry terminology.

Complete documentation for example job sheets, maintenance records.

Rectify or report issues.

Your training plan

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the qualification obtained will be a Level 3 Signage Apprenticeship Standard. The apprentice will be given sufficient time to undertake their "off-the-job" requirement of the apprenticeship during their working hours. Throughout your time as an apprentice, you will be supported by both your employer and BPIF Training to achieve the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the apprenticeship through a structured training plan. You will be assigned a training coordinator who will work with you throughout your apprenticeship to ensure that you have the best training and support available. Most training and studying will be a combination of regular site-based visits at the employer's premises and remote delivery. Candidates without the required level of maths and English will be required to complete Functional Skills alongside the apprenticeship.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths (grade 4)
English (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Attention to detail
Communication skills
Initiative
Non judgemental
Organisation skills
Patience
Problem solving skills
Team working

About this company

We are a full service sign and graphics company established for over 20 years providing comprehensive solutions to help customers of all sizes ? across all industries ? meet their business objectives and increase their business visibility through the use of all types of signs and graphics including, wall and vehicle graphics, exhibition & display stands, point of purchase and digital signs, labels and decals, architectural and interior décor signs, printing, promotional products and wearables, mobile marketing and other related marketing services. We provide a full service from initial concept or survey through to design and installation.

After this apprenticeship

It is intended that this role will lead to a full time permanent role as a sign maker and fitter. With the opportunity to diversify in to design and sale.

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