Paint Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship; Level 3 - Thomas Howse

Location: 5 Cakemore Rd, Rowley Regis B65 0RB

Expected

Start Date:

ASAP

Working for Thomas Howse

Thomas Howse is an independent industrial paint and powder coating manufacturer established in 1903 and based in the West Midlands. With over 120 years of industry experience, they develop and manufacture high-quality surface coatings for customers across a wide range of sectors. Committed to innovation and sustainability, the company continues to invest in new technologies, including environmentally friendly water-based paints and low-temperature curing powder coatings that help reduce emissions and create safer working environments.

As a Paint Manufacturing Technician Apprentice, you will gain hands‑on experience across all areas of the manufacturing operation, learning how industrial paints and coatings are produced while developing an understanding of production machinery, manufacturing processes and quality standards. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you'll build a thorough knowledge of how the business operates, how products are made and what it takes to deliver high‑quality products to customers.

This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to develop both your manufacturing and technical knowledge, providing a strong foundation for a long‑term career within the business. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress into either the production or engineering teams, depending on your strengths, interests and business needs.

Starting Salary: £20,800 per annum (£10.00 per hour)

Annual Leave: 28 days, including 8 statutory bank holidays.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Thursday, 8:00am–4:30pm and Friday, 8:00am–2:00pm)

• Company pension scheme
• Regular training and CPD opportunities
• Eligibility for a discretionary production bonus following a successful 6‑month probationary period
• Eligibility for the company discretionary year‑end bonus scheme after 12 months' service
• Overtime opportunities available, subject to business requirements
• Supportive working environment with opportunities for development and progression

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Paint Manufacturing Technician Apprentice to join our team. This is a hands‑on role where you'll learn how industrial paints and coatings are manufactured while gaining experience across all areas of the production process. Working alongside experienced colleagues in Production, Technical Support and Quality Control, you'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to operate machinery, manufacture high-quality products and understand how a successful manufacturing business operates.

If you're keen to learn, enjoy practical work and want to build a long-term career in manufacturing, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

• Manufacturing industrial paint and coating products
• Operating production machinery and heavy‑duty equipment
• Pumping paint into tins and supporting filling operations
• Using scales to accurately weigh and measure materials
• Computer data entry
• Supporting stock control
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Working closely with colleagues across the business
• Assisting with quality checks to ensure products meet required standards
• Following all health and safety procedures
• Wearing and maintaining the PPE provided

You enjoy practical, hands‑on work and like the idea of being part of a manufacturing environment where products are made to a high standard. Working around machinery, equipment and established processes doesn't put you off, and you're keen to learn how products are manufactured from start to finish.

You're reliable, hardworking and take pride in doing things properly. Following instructions, adhering to health and safety procedures and maintaining high standards come naturally to you. You're able to stay focused during repetitive tasks, pay attention to detail and understand the importance of consistency and quality in a manufacturing environment.

You learn best by doing and are keen to develop your skills through hands‑on experience. Whether working…