Engineering Apprentice

Company description:

Mller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Mller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Mller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Mller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocers Top 100 list of Britains Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.

Job description:

Intro

Mller Milk & Ingredients focuses on continuous learning to develop, not only our business, but our people. And now we are recruiting Level 3 Engineering Apprentices!

About the role

This 4-year Engineering Apprenticeship Programme will see you based at the Bellshill Mller Milk & Ingredients site. Youll be provided with a fantastic way to realise your potential and get your career off to the best possible start. You will study towards a recognised qualification, earn a good salary, develop new skills, and gain invaluable experience. Your key responsibilities as an Engineering Apprentice will include:

• Asset Management: keeping Manufacturing machinery maintained, managing processes, filling/packing, and site cleaning operations
• Involvement in Continuous Improvement projects, project management, or tests and trial activities
• Fault finding and quick action to meet food safety standards
• Being part of a team striving to achieve the highest quality products
• Highlighting concerns and ensuring products or volumes meet the agreed requirements and targets

This Apprenticeship combines technical training, academic study, and work-based learning, and covers all the fundamental Engineering topics you need to know, such as:

• Electrical principles and maintenance
• Mechanical maintenance to keep the factories running efficiently
• Automation

This programme is delivered in partnership with our training provider, East Kilbride Group Training Association (EKGTA), where youll spend 36 weeks of your first year with Mller at their state-of-the-art training facility. From years 2 4, youll then return to the Bellshill site to embed your learning with our team of Engineering experts, whilst continuing to work with our training provider partner to complete your apprenticeship.

About Mller Milk & Ingredients

Mller Milk & Ingredients aims to be Britains private-label dairy leader and produces branded and private-label fresh milk, cream, butter, and ingredients products. It boasts a network of dairies and depots servicing customers throughout the country.

Who are we looking for?

You will need to meet the following entry requirements:

• National 5s at band C or above in English and Maths, plus a science/technical subject
• Able to demonstrate a clear passion for Engineering
• Great attention to detail
• Good time management skills
• Ability to analyse problems and suggest improvements or solutions
• Ability to take a proactive approach
• Ability to take ownership of own work
• Demonstrates a self-motivated and proactive approach to work and studies
• Ability to demonstrate good team working skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Youll need to be flexible with your hours of work upon completion of the apprenticeship including weekends and night shifts

This opportunity is ideal for those who are passionate about building a successful career. Youll also need to impress Mller with your desire to learn, your ability to take the lead, and the initiative to make your future career ambitions a reality. This role is likely for you if youre committed to fulfilling your potential and becoming a highly prized Engineer with an industry-recognised qualification.

Whats in it for you?

This is an excellent opportunity to learn in one of the most fast-paced industries! Limited places will be filled by candidates who can show their ability to be proactive in their personal and professional development. But dont worry, youll receive the highest standard of training, supported by their champions in the field.

At the end of the Apprenticeship programme, you will gain the following qualifications:

• SVQ L2 PEO
• National Certificate in Engineering Systems
• SVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance
• All 5 core skills ( SCQF Level 5)

There is also the potential to progress onto a HNC in Engineered Systems if you show the drive and enthusiasm!

You will also benefit from:

• An annual salary of £18,500 with structured increases yearly
• A full time role of 40 hours per week
• Make some friends for life - true professionals

Please note the deadline for applications is Friday 28th February 2025.

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