Engineering Manufacturing Apprentice (Level 4) POLYPIPE LIMITED

The Engineering Manufacturing Apprentice will take the lead on improvements to manufacturing activities. Using a project framework they will utilise continuous improvement tools, fault finding techniques and statistical analysis models to improve the efficiency, health and safety, environmental impact of our manufacturing operations.

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Closing date: 27 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £17,680.00

    Pay increase, subject to annual performance review (college progress, attendance and behaviours in line with company core values), fantastic increases on offer, 33 days annual leave (including bank holiday and Christmas shut down)

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Aug 2024

  • Date posted

    19 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000246082

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Leading continuous improvement projects in all manufacturing areas, focusing on OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness – Availability, Output, Quality), Health & Safety and Environmental Impact
  • Operate and maintain polymer extrusion equipment
  • Operate and maintain polymer compounding equipment
  • Operate and maintain composite compression moulding equipment
  • Approve fabrication technical drawings for manufacture and advise Technical team on optimal product configuration
  • Develop improved methods for producing hand fabricated products
  • Involved in the production of product samples for routine testing for external audits (BBA, WRc, BSI)
  • Introduction of automation into all manufacturing processes on site
  • Contribute to improving the health and safety of the site
  • Visit other manufacturing sites within the group (Genuit Group) and bring best practise examples back to Loughborough site
  • Lead Operation Cleansweep initiative
  • Training on overhead travelling cranes and fork lift trucks

The training you will be getting

Qualification

  • Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Standard
  • Specific course info: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/engineering-manufacturing-technician-v1-1
  • Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Engineering             

Delivery Method

  • Apprentices attend Loughborough College 1 day per week, during term time.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

To become a Manufacturing Technician or Senior Technician

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent 5 subjects including Maths, English and Science (Grade C / 4 or equivalent) Essential
BTEC or equivalent Engineering (Level 3) OR a-Level Maths & Physics (Grade Pass/ Achieved) Essential

Things to consider

Position may require occasional travel to other sites within the wider business group. Driving license advantageous although not mandatory. Additional training to take place at Loughborough College to develop knowledge, skills and behaviours in accordance to this Apprenticeship. Please ensure you are able to travel before applying. Loughborough College reserves the right to withdraw this vacancy before the end date, following consultation with the employer.

About the employer

We design, develop and manufacture thermoplastic piping systems for civils and infrastructure projects, with the industry’s widest choice of water management, surface water drainage, sewer, and cable protection systems.

Employer

POLYPIPE LIMITED

Address

Polypipe Civils Ltd

North Road

Loughborough

LE11 1LE

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Training

Training provider

LOUGHBOROUGH 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

Contact

Recruitment Team

Apprenticeships@loucoll.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering manufacturing technician

Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

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

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