Quality Control Technician Apprentice
FP MCCANN LIMITED
off Grovebury Road (LU7 4SD)
Closes in 7 days (Thursday 10 September 2026)
Posted on 3 September 2026
Contents
Summary
Are you interested in pursuing a career in engineering? FP McCann, based in Leighton Buzzard, are looking for a driven and enthusiastic, Quality Control Technician Apprentice to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for engineering, manufacturing, and precision machining.
- Wage
-
£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
- Hours
-
Monday to Friday- You will work 8 hour shifts (30 minute unpaid lunch break) scheduled between 6:00am and 6:00pm, with shift patterns varying to meet business needs.
40 hours a week
- Start date
-
Friday 11 September 2026
- Duration
-
3 years 6 months
- Positions available
-
1
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
FP McCann are the UK’s largest manufacturer and supplier of precast concrete solutions. They are committed to high quality, cost-effective and sustainable solutions tailored to meet their clients requirements.
From their thirteen UK manufacturing facilities, FP McCann offers solutions that include architectural and structural solutions, rooms, flooring, fencing, walling, shafts, tunnels, drainage, rail, power and agricultural products. They have worked on a large range of Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) projects across the UK. Their in-house Digital Engineering capability has grown in line with government and client expectations.
During your apprenticeship, you will be part of the Technical Team, working under the guidance and support of a dedicated mentor who will help you develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed in the role. You will also work closely with colleagues across production, engineering, and quality functions, gaining valuable experience in a collaborative manufacturing environment.
You will begin by learning about FP McCann's products, manufacturing processes, and the services the business provides. As your knowledge and confidence grow, you will carry out product testing and inspections to ensure products consistently meet quality standards and customer specifications. You will learn how to identify defects, investigate quality issues, and support problem-solving activities to help maintain high manufacturing standards.
You will assist the production and engineering teams with day-to-day operations, including supporting material management, stock control, deliveries, and general site activities that contribute to efficient production. You will also gain experience in the safe use, maintenance, and calibration of testing equipment, ensuring all testing is completed in accordance with approved procedures.
Throughout your apprenticeship, you will develop an understanding of quality management systems, industry regulations, and BSI-accredited standards, learning how these frameworks support the production of safe, reliable, and compliant products. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you will play an active role in ensuring products are manufactured safely, consistently, and to specification while developing the practical skills and technical knowledge needed for a successful career in quality assurance.
Where you'll work
Boss Avenue
off Grovebury Road
LU7 4SD
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
BEDFORD COLLEGE
Training course
Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
- Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
- Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
- Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
- Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
- Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
- Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
- Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
- Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
- Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
- Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
- Follow standard operating procedures.
- Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
- Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Apply team working principles.
- Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
- Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
- Carry out and record learning and development activities.
- Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
- Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
- Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
- Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
- Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
- Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
- Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
- Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
- Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
- Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
- Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
- Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
- Follow standard operating procedures.
- Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
- Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Apply team working principles.
- Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
- Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
- Carry out and record learning and development activities.
- Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
Training schedule
- Level 3 Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician apprenticeship standard
- Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths if required
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Maths (grade 4)
- English (grade 4)
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Team working
- Willing to learn
Other requirements
The salary for this apprenticeship is based on the National Apprenticeship Rate. However, applicants aged 19 years and over will be considered for an age-related rate of pay.
When applying, please consider your journey to work. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous due to the location of the site, although this is not essential.
Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of the Bedford College Apprenticeship Recruitment Team if they meet the initial criteria as part of the recruitment process. 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.
About this employer
FP McCann Ltd
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Successful completion of the apprenticeship will open the door to excellent career opportunities within FP McCann. They are committed to investing in their people and supporting continued learning, personal development and long-term career progression.
Throughout the programme, you will gain a nationally recognised qualification while receiving structured on-the-job training and valuable hands-on experience in a modern manufacturing environment. You will be supported every step of the way by experienced engineers and dedicated mentors, helping you build the knowledge, skills and confidence needed for a successful engineering career.
You will gain:
- Real experience working with BSI-accredited systems and industry standards
- Ongoing support and mentoring from experienced team members
- The opportunity to build skills in quality control, testing, and manufacturing processes
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BEDFORD COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000046191.
Apply now
Closes in 7 days (Thursday 10 September 2026)
After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.