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Converting Operator Apprentice
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Converting Operator Apprentice based Skelmersdale
Ready to start an exciting career in the manufacturing industry? Want to earn while you learn? Then an Apprenticeship with Essity could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Due to the shift pattern associated with this role (4 on, 6 off, including x2 12-hour days and x2 12 hour night shifts), applicants must be aged 18 or over.
Who we are?
We are a leading global hygiene and health organisation dedicated to improving well-being through products and solutions that are essential for everyday life. We are home in the UK to brands such as Cushelle, Plenty, Velvet, Bodyform, Tena & Tork. We have 37,000 employees globally and 1600 in the UK and ROI, with sales in approximately 150 countries.
What we offer
Here at Essity, our greatest asset is our people so we make sure that our employee rewards and benefits make you feel that you are a valued part of us.
- Excellent starting salary (above the national minimum apprentice wage)
- Salaries are reviewed regularly throughout the apprenticeship based on performance and qualifications gained
- Annual bonus opportunity
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- A range of benefits including a flexible holiday scheme which allows you to purchase additional annual leave, cycle2work, Health Shield, health and wellbeing support and our online voucher portals which give you access to thousands of discounts
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About the apprenticeship
As a Converting Operator Apprentice, you'll earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience in tissue paper converting operations while working towards a Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship, with a typical duration of up to 15 months. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge needed for a future career as a Converting Operator.
You'll report directly to one of our experienced managers who will support your development throughout your apprenticeship and help you make the most of this opportunity.
As part of the Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship, you'll gain hands-on experience and develop skills in:
- Health, safety and environmental practices
- Quality and manufacturing principles
- Tissue converting processes and equipment
- Lean manufacturing techniques
- Continuous improvement and problem-solving methods
- Communicating technical information and identifying engineering equipment
- Building productive working relationships with colleagues
- Applying STEM knowledge in a manufacturing environment
- Developing strong analytical and attention-to-detail skills
You will also:
- Complete all on-the-job training, off-the-job learning and apprenticeship assessments
- Progress through a structured competency programme for converting operations
- Maintain your apprenticeship portfolio and attend regular reviews with your training provider and company mentors
- Build the knowledge and experience needed for a successful career as a Converting Operator
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Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent Converting Operator position, subject to business needs and performance. From there, you'll have opportunities to further develop your career into senior operator, multi-skilled operator, technician, maintenance, or team leadership roles.
Requirements
You will have a minimum of 4 GCSE qualifications at standard grade C/grade 5 or above, including Maths and English
You will be willing to learn and take a positive approach to problem solving
You will have the ability to be flexible and manage time effectively
You will have great attention to detail
You will be a team player
At Essity, we embrace the individual and recognise the remarkable power that can be harnessed when different ideas, backgrounds, experiences and perspective come together. If you apply for a job at Essity, you can be sure that the only criteria we consider for selection is professional experience, qualifications, key job-related attributes and working values.
Application End Date
09 Oct 2026
Job Requisition ID
Essity264889
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