Apprentice Quality Practitioner MAKITA MANUFACTURING EUROPE LIMITED
Quality Apprentice to assist with developing and implementing quality standards and control systems as well as monitoring quality performance, inspecting and testing materials and equipment, attending meetings and completing documentation.
Closing date: 10 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£21,897.00
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Working week
Monday to Thursday, 8.00am to 5.15pm. Fridays, 8.00am to 12.00pm.
Total hours per week: 37
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
16 Oct 2023
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Date posted
22 Jun 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Higher
Level 4 (Higher national Certificate) -
Reference number
VAC1000176302
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
In preparation for the expansion of Makita‘s production footprint, a position is open that will provide a future growth opportunity within a quality discipline.
Typical day to day duties will include:
- To be responsible for the development and implementing quality standards and quality control systems
- Ensure external quality processes are capable and consistent in giving the correct component specification and quality
- Monitor and analyse quality performance
- Develop and implement plans to meet company objectives
- Inspect and test materials, equipment, processes and products to ensure quality specifications are met
- Understand general business, departmental and personal objectives and develop independent/team solutions to achieve the required targets
- Assist in the documentation, development, support, assembly and design of new or updated jigs, fixtures, machines and processes
- Seek a suitable supervisor to support completion of formative and summative assessments, teaching and learning tools
- Make quality decisions and recommendations based upon limited information by using your professional judgement and consideration of the level of risk, within the parameters defined by the department manager, company policies and authorisation system
- Submit forms and documentation by the required deadlines
- Attend meetings, conduct desktop and field research and perform all practical and administrative duties assigned by the supervisor
- Assisting in projects, offering suggestions for improvement and writing up reports
GENERAL TASKS
To stay updated with developments in your specialist area and general quality practices, apply this knowledge in order to advance the technical basis quality.
- To advance the quality of a technical base
- To lead, motivate, support and maintain project groups where necessary
- Be pro-active, challenging and determined to understand and eliminate the root cause of problems
- Demonstrate a positive and pro-active approach to daily tasks
- Communicate clearly and concisely at all business levels, both verbally and written
- Demonstrate an attitude of continuous improvement and cooperation within the department
- Take on other reasonable tasks when requested by the department manager
- Ensure you are fully conversant and compliant with the Company’s Health & Safety policies
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- This is a level 4 Quality Practitioner apprenticeship delivered over a period of 18 months
- Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
The apprentice would be required to attend the training centre for a one-week block, followed by 7 x 1 day per week workshops at the training centre and attending meetings with an assessor, at the company, one day per month.
The training provider is In-Comm Training Services. They have two sites; you will attend either Telford TF3 3AJ or Walsall WS9 8UG.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
- Position in the Quality Department at the company
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
About the employer
Employer
MAKITA MANUFACTURING EUROPE LIMITED
Address
Hortonwood 7
Telford
Shropshire
TF1 7YX
Training
Training provider
IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact
Sue Fisher or Alex Jones
01922 457686
Apprenticeship standard
Quality practitioner
Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)
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