Apprentice Manufacturing Engineer ESSENTIAL CUISINE LIMITED
You will be part of the team directly supporting the Manufacturing department in achieving the production plan, responding to machine faults, preventative maintenance as part of an ongoing prevention programme and driving to improve machinery consistency and performance.
Closing date: 06 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£8,236.80 to £16,255.20
Pay review after completion of first year.
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
7.5 hours (4 days p/week) Between 06:00 and 18:00, exact working days and hours TBC
Total hours per week: 30
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Expected duration
36 Months
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Possible start date
16 Oct 2023
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Date posted
01 Aug 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000187382
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Essential Cuisine have the opportunity to offer a work placement for an Engineering apprentice, who is working towards becoming a qualified Maintenance or Operations Engineering Technician.
You will be somebody who is a driven individual who enjoys a challenge and is determined to become a great engineer. Having the right attitude is key to fitting in here. You will work alongside experienced engineers who will mentor and encourage you in your development. You will report directly to the Engineering manager.
A typical day will involve:
- Patrolling the factory floor monitoring the production machines and liaising with operators to discuss any issues
- Responding to machine faults
- Carrying out preventative maintenance tasks
- Targeted small project work (waste reduction/improvements)
- Assessing trainee operators for sign off
- Assisting in project related work
- Signing in and escorting contractors on-site
- Workshop organisation & cleaning
- Learning about the production machinery
- Assisting with equipment installs
The above list does not cover everything but gives an idea of routine tasks.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
On the job training plus the candidate will follow a Level 3 Apprenticeship programme and study towards a full Standard as a Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician. This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College - South & West. If the candidate does not hold GCSE grades A*-C (9-4) or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 2 Functional Skill in the relevant subject.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Full-time employment opportunity, although not guaranteed, is a possibility.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Mathematics (Grade C/4 or above) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
ESSENTIAL CUISINE LIMITED
https://www.essentialcuisine.com/
Address
Browning Way Woodford Park Industrial Estate
Winsford
Cheshire
CW7 2RH
Training
Training provider
CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST
Contact
Miss Sophie Foreman
07867143886
Apprenticeship standard
Maintenance and operations engineering technician
Level 3 (A level)
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