Level 2 Paint Powder Coating Apprentice

IMPRESS NORTH EAST LTD

Washington, NE38 0AB

Closes in 12 days (Sunday 1 December)

Posted on 15 October 2024


Summary

North East Powder Coatings, part of Impress North East are looking for a level 2 paint powder coating apprentice to work at their facility in Washington. The successful candidate will be responsible for applying powder coatings to a variety of components, ensuring a high-quality finish that meets our stringent quality standards.

Annual wage
£13,312 a year

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Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday 7.30am - 4.30pm, Tuesday 7.30am - 4.30pm, Wednesday 7.30am - 4.30pm, Thursday 7.30am - 4.30pm and Friday 7.30am - 12.30pm.

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Thursday 12 December

Duration

1 year 6 months

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

Key Responsibilities:

  • Apply powder coatings to components using electrostatic powder coating equipment
  • Operate and maintain powder coating equipment, including ovens and spray booths
  • Prepare surfaces for coating, including cleaning, and masking
  • Ensure components are coated to the correct thickness and finish, adhering to industry and customer specifications
  • Perform quality checks on coated components, using equipment such as Dry Film Thickness (DFT) measurement tools
  • If trained to do so, handle and apply a variety of wet paint systems including multi-coat systems
  • Maintain a clean and organised work area, adhering to health and safety standards

Where you’ll work

32 Harvey Close

Crowther

Washington

NE38 0AB

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

TDR TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Your training plan

  • L2 Lean Manufacturing Operative standard
  • All training will be site based at Washington
  • After 18 months End Point Assessment will take place

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • maths and English (grade 4 or above)

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

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Team working
  • Physical fitness

About this company

Based in Washington, North East Powder Coatings is a growing business with a strong future in industry. It is part of the Impress Group, founded in 1997 by directors George Peel and Steven Young. With a combined experience of over 65 years in the engineering industry, we offer a world-class service, incorporating a high-quality product with a distinguished level of customer service.

https://nepcltd.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Full time position upon completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TDR TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000282224.

Apply now

Closes in 12 days (Sunday 1 December)

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Company’s application instructions

Applications will be directed to the TDR website where you shall complete a short sign-up form. It is very important that you indicate North East Powder Coatings in the form. Failure to do this may delay your application.