VAUXHALL - Process and Quality Engineer Apprentice IBC VEHICLES LIMITED

Have you recently finished your Level 3 Engineering and are looking for a Level 4 apprenticeship? Are you looking to further your career with a highly prestigious automotive company? Are you ready for a new challenge? Vauxhall in Luton are looking for 3 Process and Quality Engineer Apprentices to start within their company in September 2023.

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Closing date: 31 Mar 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £18,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 4:00pm Friday 8:00am – 3:30pm

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    12 Feb 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000132961

  • Positions

    3 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Stellantis is one of the world’s leading automakers, home to 16 Automotive brands including: Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Mopar, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. This role is based at the Vauxhall Motors Manufacturing Plant in Luton, UK. There are nearly 1,500 employees based at the site building light commercial vehicles under the Citroën, Peugeot, Fiat, Opel and Vauxhall badges. It is a fast paced, high volume site working across 3 shifts and producing 6,000 vans a week for the end customer. Throughout your apprenticeship you will be working within the Process, Quality and Engineering department. This department is responsible for the following: • Controlling the process in unit by applying different checks which can be done online or in the lab to make sure the quality of the final product meets the expectation • Continuous improvement activities in relation to productivity and quality • Project Management in relation to Engineering changes, capacity uplift and automation. You will be integrated into the team where you will have the opportunity to maximise your capabilities in following the organisations processes and systems in achieving the performance KPI’s and successful project implementation. Your main responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • SPC Monitoring and control (SPC - Statistical Process Control is method of measuring and controlling quality by monitoring the manufacturing process) • Quality improvement • Robot optimisation 3D onsite (CAD - Computer Aided Design) • Lab testing on materials and panels. • Implementing projects from concept to completion • Health & Safety management (Including COSHH - Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)

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

You will gain the following qualifications: - Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Standard - Higher National Certificate in Engineering - Level 2 Functional skills in English and maths (if required) You will also study a range of topics including: engineering mathematics, electro- mechanical fundamental science, PLC and automation, pneumatic and hydraulic applications, electronic and electrical principles, mechanical principles and many more

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Successful completion of the Apprenticeship could lead to full time employment at Vauxhall Motors as a qualified Process and Quality Engineer.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Committed, Adaptable, Analytical skills, Manual Skills

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-4 (A*-D)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-4 (A*-C)) Essential

Things to consider

Only Candidates who have fully completed the Application will be considered. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice. Candidates must carry out an initial interview with Tresham College (Part of the Bedford College Group)

About the employer

Stellantis is one of the world’s leading automakers, home to 16 Automotive brands including: Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Mopar, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. This role is based at the Vauxhall Motors Manufacturing Plant in Luton, UK. There are nearly 1,500 employees based at the site building light commercial vehicles under the Citroën, Peugeot, Fiat, Opel and Vauxhall badges. It is a fast paced, high volume site working across 3 shifts and producing 6,000 vans a week for the end customer.

Employer

IBC VEHICLES LIMITED

Address

Kimpton Road

LU2 0JX

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Training

Training provider

BEDFORD COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering manufacturing technician

Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please click on the link below to apply

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 31 Mar 2023