Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprentice

Company: Mors Smitt UK
Location: Burton on Trent, DE13 8EN
Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: £280.00 per week
Sector: Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies
Ref: VAC-00479
Application Deadline Date: 21/08/2022
Start Date: 05/09/2022
Positions Available: 2
Working Week: Monday - Friday 7.30am - 4.00pm, with 30 minutes for lunch.

Brief Description

An excellent opportunity working for an established manufacturing company based in East Staffordshire, You will gain exposure to a wide range of manufacturing operations, working in a high-tech environment, alongside a dedicated team.

Qualifications Required

GCSE grade 4/C and above in English, maths and Science (Physics) or equivalent.

Personal Qualities

Positive attitude
Interest in mechanical or electronics engineering
Enthusiastic
Keen to learn new skills

Skills Required

The ability to listen and follow instructions
The ability to apply a logical approach to problem solving
Good communication skills/IT skills
Ability to handle small components
Basic electrical or mechanical knowledge and interest would be preferred

Training to be Provided

Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative apprenticeship standard
Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This apprenticeship is delivered through a combination of Work Based Assessment and day/block release. The programme will culminate in an End Point Assessment, where all the skills and knowledge gained on the apprenticeship will be formally tested.

Future Prospects

There is an opportunity of a full-time post upon completing the apprenticeship, and further opportunities to progress within the company and wider group.

Vacancy Detail

The role will offer experience, training and coaching within our lean manufacturing operation including:
Safety awareness
Stock process and management
Soldering
Hand assembly
Using build sheets and work instructions
Working in a Clean Room environment
Use of automated test equipment
Inspection and quality control
Taking and recording accurate measurements using various technical equipment

The aim is to provide the relevant experiential learning opportunities in a world class manufacturing facility in addition to funding the college technical learning to develop the individual to pass their qualification and progress into a full time position within our business.

Other Information

25 days paid holiday per year plus Bank Holidays

End of course completion bonus to be agreed at start of employment