The sustainable packaging firm was awarded the accolade for its comprehensive label printing apprenticeship programme across its sites in Boston, Cramlington and Spalding.
Delivered in partnership with Learn2Print, the programme offers three specialist routes: pre-press, print and finishing, which all lead to Level 2 and 3 Print Technician qualifications. Apprentices combine working at the Coveris sites with monthly classes for the theory segment required to achieve each level.
Four Coveris employees have already completed the full Print Technician programme and taken jobs with the company, while five apprentices across the three sites are due to finish the same programme this year.
Head of HR at Coveris’ Paper Business unit, Michaela Van-Noordt, said they were delighted to have won the award, which is sponsored by Heidelberg, and that it showed the firm’s commitment in developing the next generation of leaders in the packaging industry.
“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,” she added.
“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.”
Learn2Print managing director, Jon Bray, 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."
The Coveris group is responsible for €1bn (£857m) in global sales, employing 150 at its Burnley site, with 2,250 staff across the UK and around 4,100 in total across 30 sites in the EMEA region.
