PAPER IS OUR PASSION!
Are you interested in technology and love to solve complex problems in the finest detail? Are you particularly interested in state-of-the-art electronic systems? Do you enjoy working in or leading a performance-oriented team?
Then the profession of Electrical Apprenticeship could be right for you.
Become part of our investment into the future
#WEAREPALM
PALM is a successful, medium-sized family-owned company headquartered in Aalen. With 4,800 employees across 38 facilities, we are a leading European supplier of corrugated base paper and graphic papers made from 100% recycled paper, as well as corrugated packaging.
We place particular emphasis on state-of-the-art technologies, innovation, sustainable thinking and action, and a positive work environment. We are a responsible and motivated team where work is enjoyable and your talents are nurtured. With us, you’ll receive a high-quality and diverse apprenticeship in a forward-thinking family-owned company.
At a glance
Your education
- To be trained in all technical aspects of the mechanical maintenance processes and complete the apprenticeship programme in accordance with the college and national requirements.
Location
- College of West Anglia, King’s Lynn (Day release, once week)
- Electrical Department at Palm Paper, King’s Lynn (4 days per week)
Reporting to
Training Supervisor Engineering or Appointed Mentor
Contract length and qualification
- 3 years
- After successfully completing the apprenticeship, you will qualify with a Level 3 Certificate in Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician and will be become a Junior Engineer at Palm Paper.
About you:
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to learn new subjects and apply this to the work place
- Well organised and motivated to independent studies
- English, Maths and Science GCSE grade 9-4 / A*-C
- Good IT Skills, in particular MS Office applications
- Responsible and accountable
- Interest in mechanical theory and practical application
Responsibilities:
Participate in daily operations in the mill, planned preventative and reactive maintenance of machinery and equipment, including:
- Pumps changes and overhauls
- Agitators
- 100 tonne roll changes
- Lubrication, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Site vehicle maintenance – Fork lift truck, shovel loaders
- Chillers
- Air compressors
- Laser alignment
- Welding
- Lifting and slinging
- Condition monitoring - vibration analysis
Areas studied at college:
- Turning
- Milling
- Welding
- Maintenance of Pumps
- Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Additional training:
- Use of hand and power tools
- Workshop machinery
- Understanding and reading technical drawings
- Driving forklift trucks and shovel loaders
- Operation of overhead cranes and hoists
- How to work safely and safety laws
Further education/development
Following successful completion of a mechanical competency skill set in year 4 at the mill, you could be promoted to a Mechanical Engineer.
There is scope within the role to expand and develop personally with additional training through higher national qualifications, degrees or on specific subject matter.
