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Apprentice Manufacturing and Quality Technician Berry BPI

This is an amazing apprenticeship opportunity to work within the Quality team which supports the UKs largest manufacturer of recycled plastic products based in Heanor.

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Closing date: 28 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    06 Mar 2023

  • Date posted

    01 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000061174

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Main Duties / Core Responsibilities:

  • Trained to perform UKAS Testing
  • Perform Extrusion and Conversion Quality Audits. To cover all areas over a weekly cycle, see attached copy schedule and requirements
  • Merchant Goods Inward Inspection on a frequency as advised by Procurement dept
  • Drop Tests to CHSA and NHS standards as dictated by works order requirements, usually daily
  • Calibration of shop floor and laboratory equipment following laid down procedures and current equipment list

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence. You will be expected to work towards the Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2  Apprenticeship Standard, with support from your employer and the Chesterfield College Group.

As part of your apprenticeship, and dependent on your prior attainment, you may be required to complete maths and English Functional Skills which is an integral part of your apprenticeship. Upon successful completion you will be awarded additional certificates of recognition for these qualifications.

 Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative apprenticeship standard
A mixture of face to face and remote visits every 4 - 6 weeks
On the job training with a designated mentor.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Full time position with company. Progression on to higher apprenticeship in quality.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C Or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C Or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 4/C Or above) Essential

About the employer

As one of the largest polythene film re-processors in Europe bpi recycled products is a champion of UK recycling. It is our mission to increase the amount of waste plastic recycled in the UK as part of our commitment to the environment, and the core sustainability strategy underpinning our business. ​bpi recycled products is part of the wider RPC bpi group - a global producer of polythene film products, operating across diverse market sectors.

Employer

Berry BPI

Address

Heanor Gate Industrial Estate

Heanor Gate Road

Heanor

DE75 7RJ

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Training

Training provider

TRAINING SERVICES 2000 LTD

Contact

Sam Singh-Eyley

singh-eyleys1@chesterfield.ac.uk

01246 500500

Apprenticeship standard

Lean manufacturing operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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