PACKAGING manufacturer Coveris is celebrating after winning the Learn2print Apprentice Employer of the Year Award, sponsored by Heidelberg.
The award was in recognition of the firm’s label printing apprenticeship programme across its sites in Boston, Cramlington and Spalding.
The programme in Coveris’ UK labels division offers three specialist pathways – Pre-press, Print, and Finishing – all leading to Level 2 and 3 Print Technician qualifications. Delivered in collaboration with training provider Learn2print, the apprenticeship scheme combines monthly classes providing theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical training.
Five Coveris apprentices at the Boston, Cramlington, and Spalding sites are on course to complete the Print Technician apprenticeship this year. Four other apprentices have already successfully gone through all stages of the same programme and are now established Coveris employees.
Jon Bray, MD at Learn2print, said, “With its forward-thinking training strategy, Coveris has demonstrated a strong commitment to developing future talent for the print and packaging industry. The Apprentice Employer of the Year Award recognises this dedication to preparing the next generation of print professionals with the skills and standards needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving sector.”
Michaela Van-Noordt, head of HR at Coveris’ paper business unit, added, “We are delighted and proud to have been awarded the Learn2print Apprentice Employer of the Year. This recognition reflects the dedication of our talented apprentices, the guidance of our committed mentors, the contribution of our HR and recruitment teams, and our close partnership with Learn2print.
“Together, we are delivering high-quality apprenticeship programmes that provide long-term, rewarding employment opportunities within our local communities as part of an international business. Apprenticeships play a vital role in developing a highly skilled workforce – both for today and for the future – enabling us to meet the needs of our customers, many of whom are major brands and retailers.
“This award reaffirms Coveris’ commitment to investing in people and developing the next generation of leaders in the packaging industry.”
