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Production Assistant Apprentice Counterplas Ltd

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join a skilled workforce and become a Production Assistant apprentice within an industry leading company.

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Closing date: 23 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,504.56

    Incremental wage reviews are possible on regular intervals to incentivise the right working behaviours and attitude of the role throughout your apprenticeship.

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday – Thursday = 8am - 4.30pm Friday = 8am - 2.30pm Overtime is required from the age of 18.

    Total hours per week: 38

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    03 Jan 2023

  • Date posted

    26 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000089791

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

As a Production assistant, your duties will include the following:

  • Planning production capacity.
  • Production scheduling.
  • Procurement of materials.
  • Environmental and ISO.
  • Project Management activities.
  • Supporting accounts.

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

You will be required to attend Sandwell College for 1 day a week over the 42-month programme. During this time, you will complete your Level 3 Engineering Technician diploma on a Technical Support Pathway

Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)

Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Technical Support
Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) - for all starts from 1st July 2017

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

The company will support you all the way through your apprenticeship and further should you wish to continue to gain Engineering qualifications.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Problem solving skills, Enthusiasm about the industry, Excellent time management, Self-motivated and proactive

Qualifications

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

About the employer

Counterplas is a leading technical plastic injection molder operating within the UK, and has over many years built a reputation for innovation and excellence. Counterplas have the manufacturing and design expertise and have a large selection of modern, energy efficient machines that range from 40 tonne to 550 tonne. They manufacture many different products and have a very diverse customer base and in more recent years have become plastic manufacturers for a number of UK based blue chip clients.

Employer

Counterplas Ltd

Address

Landywood Lane

Cheslyn Hay

Walsall

WS6 7AL

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Training

Training provider

SANDWELL COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

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