Job Description
Percival Print & Packaging is seeking a motivated Apprentice Offset Printer to join our experienced production team in East Perth. You'll complete a Certificate III in Printing through a nationally recognised training provider while earning a full-time wage. Our apprenticeship follows a competency-based training model, giving you the flexibility to progress at a pace that suits your ability and commitment. From day one you'll be paid well above the apprentice award rate, receive practical, hands-on training, and work towards your Certificate III in Printing while learning from some of the industry's most experienced Offset Printers., * Develop practical skills in Sheet-fed Offset Printing
* Printing press set-up and operation
* Colour management and quality control
* Paper and board handling
* Press maintenance and troubleshooting
* Quality assurance and inspection
* Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
* Workplace Health & Safety
* Manufacturing premium folding cartons and packaging for leading Global and Australian brands
About the Employer
Established in ****, Percival Print & Packaging is one of Western Australia's leading manufacturers of premium folding cartons and printed packaging for the pharmaceutical, food, health, beauty and FMCG industries.
We manufacture premium fibre-based packaging for many of Australia's leading brands using state-of-the-art Koenig & Bauer (KBA) printing presses and leading European converting equipment. For more than 50 years, Percival has built a reputation for quality, innovation and customer service. We operate an Integrated Management System certified to internationally recognised standards: ISO ****:**** - Quality Management, ISO *****:**** - Environmental Management, and ISO *****:**** - Occupational Health & Safety Management.
About the Candidate
* Reliable and punctual
* Mechanically minded
* Hands-on and enjoy practical work
* Passionate about quality and attention to detail
* Curious about how things work
* A positive team player
* Committed to working safely
* Looking for a secure, long-term career
* No previous printing experience required
Work Setting
* Above-award apprentice wages
* Certificate III in Printing
* Hands-on learning every day
* Mentoring from highly experienced Offset Printers
* Cross-training across printing, finishing, quality control and manufacturing
* Opportunity to gain your Forklift (LF) Licence, First Aid certificate and Fire Warden training
* Training on state-of-the-art European printing and converting equipment
* Company uniforms provided
* All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) supplied
* Friendly, supportive and inclusive team environment