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.

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Package:

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) 

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.

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 independently or as part of a team, you're willing to get involved, learn from experienced colleagues and take responsibility for your work. Most importantly, you're looking to build a long-term career in manufacturing, with the ambition to develop your expertise and progress within the production team over time.

Please note: You must be 18+ due to the nature of the working environment 

Apprenticeship Eligibility

To apply for this apprenticeship, you must:

✔️ Be 18 or over
✔️ Not be in full-time education
✔️ Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
✔️ Have the right to work in the UK

Apprenticeships are designed to provide new knowledge, skills and behaviours, so applicants should not already hold a Level 3, degree or higher qualification in a closely related subject, or have significant experience in the same field.

If you’re unsure whether you meet the criteria, we’d still love to hear from you - get in touch and we can advise you further.

Start your career as a chemical manufacturing technician and gain hands-on experience supporting production in a highly controlled industrial environment. 

As part of this Level 3 Process Industries Manufacturing Technician apprenticeship, you’ll learn how to operate and maintain large-scale chemical processes, monitor production, and ensure products meet strict quality and safety standards. 

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Over 22 months, you’ll combine day-to-day experience in your role with structured training delivered by expert tutors at Tiro. Our blended learning approach includes a mix of online sessions, in-person training, and hands-on support, alongside guidance from a dedicated mentor in the workplace.

You’ll spend at least 6 hours per week on off-the-job training, including virtual learning, practical activities, and applied assignments.

What your training will look like:You’ll follow a structured programme combining live sessions, online learning, and hands-on workplace training to build your skills step by step.

What could your future look like?

This apprenticeship will help you build the skills and experience needed to start your career as a chemical manufacturing technician and progress within the process manufacturing industry.

Through hands-on training, you’ll develop the competence and confidence to operate complex production systems, monitor performance, and respond to changes in real time. You’ll work in high-tech, safety-critical environments, following strict regulatory and quality standards to ensure efficient and reliable operations. This programme can also lead to professional recognition, such as becoming a Registered Science Technician (RSciTech).

You’ll gain experience that’s highly valued across a wide range of manufacturing and process industries, opening up opportunities to grow and specialise within chemical production and related technical roles.