Apprentice - Production (September 2026 start)

The apprentice will learn the fundamental knowledge required to work in a protective coatings manufacturing environment and equip them on their career path to become a proactive and innovative member of the operations team. The role will cover involvement in project work, production, milling, filling, labelling, dispatch and goods in and suggesting further improvements for work. The apprentice will learn the basics of operations, how the coatings are made and developed and tested, and the process for delivery to the market place. Working amongst a team of highly skilled and knowledgeable individuals, their operational knowledge will grow exponentially over the course of the apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Play an active role in improvement activities, seeking to constantly reduce costs wherever possible without having a detrimental effect on quality
• To contribute to the effective running of the team by adopting a flexible attitude to working practices
• To execute allocated work within agreed deadlines, in accordance with procedures and SOP’s
• To assist in development of 6s standards within communal areas
• Is proactive in the approach to process improvement, offering new ideas and encouraging others to do the same
• Is prepared to undertake training in a positive manner both for self-development and for the provision of departmental cover
• Encourages and develops a team culture both within own team and across the company
• Achievement of effective communication both within own team and between teams
• Ensures a proactive approach to implementation of all H&S and security requirements.

Qualifications

Formal Education

GCSE English language C or 4 or above

GCSE Maths C or 4 or above

Personal Qualities & Behaviours

Strong team work ethic

Able to work to established deadlines and processes

Flexible attitude to work

Innovative thinker

Problem solver

Good communication skills

Can-do attitude

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being

Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution

Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities

It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

Eligibility to Work

You will need to provide proof of right to work. It is a condition of any offer of employment we make to you that you have the permission to work in the country for the role for which you are applying for.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.