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Apprentice Machine Setter GLOWCROFT LTD
We are a Contract Packing company based in Needham Market with a difference. Glowcroft Limited can source, design, brand, print, pack and dispatch your products ready for store shelves up and down the country and beyond.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 08 Jan 2024
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£11,142.00
Occasionally you maybe asked to work on a Friday 08.00am to 12-noon.
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Working week
Monday-Thursday, between 7:15am-18:00pm, shifts TBC.
Total hours per week: 40.58
(the hours are based on the candidate being over 18)
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Expected duration
12 Months
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Possible start date
15 Jan 2024
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Date posted
19 Sep 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000199610
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
With almost three decades of contract packing expertise, Glowcroft is committed to quality and excellence in all areas of our operation. From our creative in-house design team to our state-of-the-art production lines, we package over nine million products a year for 100+ brands across the UK. Glowcroft is based in Needham Market, Suffolk and currently has 52 employees.
The role of Machine Setter is to set up machines in a fast-paced environment for multiple lines running in the Unit. You need to be able to balance the work required whilst maintaining an open and friendly communication style.
Main responsibilities:
• Perform machine and packaging line set ups within the company’s health & safety guidelines, policies and processes.
• Assist Line Leader with issues, concerns of problems with equipment.
• Analyse problems and offer suggestions for correcting errors.
• Communicate and liaise effectively with colleagues, other departments and your Line Manager.
• Measure the performance of mechanical components, devices and machines.
• Undertake unscheduled & scheduled repairs within budgetary guidelines to remove equipment from use due to unsafe condition with approve from the Production Manager.
• Assist the Production Manager to maintain adequate stock of tools, spares and consumables at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness of all engineering working areas, keeping them tidy at all times, to increase working space and reduce the fire risks.
• Responsible for keeping machinery tools and parts are stored away after use daily.
The training you will be getting
- The learner will be studying the Engineer Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification
- Day release to West Suffolk College
- Functional skills will be studied if equivalent qualifications are not held
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
Opportunity to work towards being a qualified Engineer with ultimate progression, for the right person with the right attitude, to be an Engineering Supervisor.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
GLOWCROFT LTD
Address
Unit 1
Williamsport Way, Lion Barn Industrial Estate, Needham Market
Ipswich
IP6 8RW
Training
Training provider
WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Apprenticeship standard
Engineering operative
Level 2 (GCSE)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 08 Jan 2024