Apprentice Engineering Fitter (Electromechanical)

Summary

Proseal UK is a leading manufacturer of tray sealing machinery. Proseal is part of JBT Marel, a global leader in food processing equipment. You will be part of our assembly team that is responsible for production of our range of automated machinery. During the apprenticeship you will be trained on electrical and mechanical disciplines.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Engineering fitter (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday 8am to 4:30pm, with a 30-minutes unpaid lunch break each day and two paid 15-minutes per day. A total of 40-hours per week.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 2025

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Assembly of automated machinery, mechanical and electrical
Quality inspections to ensure equipment meets required standards
Measurement and inspection techniques using a variety of measuring equipment
Training in the use of Computer Aided Design (CAD) using proprietary software packages
Attendance at college on a day release basis leading to recognised NVQ qualifications over a three-year period
Carrying out such tasks and duties as directed by the Training Manager that will contribute to the requisite levels of performance and competence
Continuous improvements in the processes and service we offer
To undertake any other duties required by management to meet the needs of the business
Keep up to date with new technologies or process procedures
You must understand and carry out Health and Safety requirements
You will ensure all college work, logbooks etc. are kept up to date, in accordance with the apprenticeship requirements and are regularly checked by the Supervisor

Where you'll work

Adlington Business Park
Adlington
Macclesfield
SK10 4NL

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

THE TRAFFORD AND STOCKPORT COLLEGE GROUP

Your training course

Engineering fitter (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Reading, interpreting and understanding the component or assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions.
Planning component or assembly task – materials, tools and equipment.
Preparing work area for component or assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools and equipment.
Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.
Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects.
Measuring and testing, checking or inspecting component or assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, voltmeter.
Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate.
Applying improvement techniques; recommending or implementing solutions where appropriate.
Communicating with colleagues or customers (internal or external).
Completing component or assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation.
Reporting work outcomes or issues.
Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping.
Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling, re-using where appropriate.
Operating within limits of responsibility.
Operating in line with quality, health and safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measures where applicable.
Reading, interpreting and understanding the component or assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions.
Planning component or assembly task – materials, tools and equipment.
Preparing work area for component or assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools and equipment.
Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.
Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects.
Measuring and testing, checking or inspecting component or assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, voltmeter.
Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate.
Applying improvement techniques; recommending or implementing solutions where appropriate.
Communicating with colleagues or customers (internal or external).
Completing component or assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation.
Reporting work outcomes or issues.
Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping.
Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling, re-using where appropriate.
Operating within limits of responsibility.
Operating in line with quality, health and safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measures where applicable.

Your training plan

Engineering Fitter Level 3.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4-9)
Maths (grade 4-9)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative

About this company

JBT Marel is a leading global technology solutions provider to high-value segments of the food processing industries. We have offices in more than 25 plus countries all over the world and we are growing both organically and by acquisitions and we are continuously looking for new employees that want to grow with us!

https://www.proseal.com (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

You will be encouraged to continue to develop your practical skills and knowledge through on-the-job training, further education and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.

Your training will involve you working across many areas of the business. During your time in each area, you will have targets and objectives to achieve, all of which you will be monitored and assessed on.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

PROSEAL UK LIMITED

Gareth Traynor

gareth.traynor@jbtc.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000324991.

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Closes on Friday 8 August 2025

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