Introduction to the Industry is the 5th largest manufacturing industry in the UK with a turnover of £13.5bn. It compromises 8,600 companies which employ 122,000 people. The industry is at the cutting edge of technology and frequently demonstrates it's immense creativity. From newspapers to packaging, to banknotes, to 3D printing, the UK print industry is leading the way in innovative and imaginative communication that touched every part of our lives. The learning opportunities are wide ranging and people with the necessary technical and professional skills and the appropriate behaviours are a key asset to the industry. Requirements Each company, depending on size, market position and skills needs, will have a different emphasis on the requirements detailed within each role. The apprenticeship allows the employer and the apprentice to agree which of these are required. Core Requirements: Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours KNOWLEDGE
BEHAVIOURS
Modern Apprenticeships There are three main routes to a successful Modern Apprenticeship within the printing industry: PRE-PRESS OPERATOR A pre-press operator is responsible for the first stage of production by preparing electronic files for the press and post press stages. In this role there will be opportunity to develop specialist software skills and data manipulation. The operator will:
PRESS OPERATOR A press operator is responsible for the second stage of production and makes the graphic design physical by printing using a variety of machines (presses), techniques and materials. The operator will:
POST PRESS OPERATOR A post-press operator is responsible for the third stage of production and transforms the printed product using an image of finishing processes, techniques and machines to meet the design specification. Post press is often referred to as finishing and may involve multiple operations or outsourcing before the specification is met. The operator will:
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