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Manufacturing apprentice

Northwood Tissue (Chesterfield) Limited · Chesterfield · posted 17 July 2026

Wage
£25,775 a year
Hours
39 hours a week
Duration
3 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Process industry manufacturing technician (level 3)
Starts
7 September 2026
Closing date
10 August 2026
Positions
1

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This manufacturing apprentice role will enable you to learn the skills required to be able to assist the production department, resources, and systems to ensure the company maintains a high-quality product, always in line with company policies, regulatory standards, and statutory guidelines / deadlines.

At the end of the 3-year apprenticeship with the training provided and qualifications achieved we expect that you will become fully competent in being a manufacturing operative and be able to complete the following duties:

  • Set up different machines
  • Run the machine to create a pulp that will be used to produce paper
  • Complete quality and productivity checks
  • And undertake routine maintenance whilst maintaining safety and reliability standards and working as part of a team

Your training

Process Industry Manufacturing Technician Level 3.

Training will take place with CATCH in their premises in Stallingborough and will require you to stay away over night for up to a week at a time.

Training is split between online and at the college location and is in blocks of a week or 2 several times over the year.

Where it leads

This apprenticeship and qualification could lead to you becoming a senior production operative or trainee team leader.

About Northwood Tissue (Chesterfield) Limited

Northwood is a group of associated companies that provide the manufacturing, supply and transportation of paper hygiene and wiping products for both the away-from-home and consumer market.

Things to consider

The ideal candidate needs to be aged 18 or above due to the H&S implications of the role and the site.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsTeam working

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade level 9-5) — essential
  • GCSE Math (grade level 9-5) — essential
  • GCSE Science (grade level 9-5) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Chesterfield Paper Mill, Goyt Side Road, Chesterfield, S40 2PH

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