Apprentice Engineer

PREMIER FOODS PLC

Apprenticeship Level 3
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About the Role

As part of this apprenticeship, you will gain core industry knowledge, including key principles of quality management systems and processes, best practice maintenance approaches and techniques and fault-finding techniques. You will learn how to replace components, operate heat exchanging equipment and the principles of cutting and welding.

  • Demonstrating an ability to learn and be practically capable in electrical installation, electrical maintenance, electrical testing and PLCs   
  • Becoming proficient in the application and use of a wide range of machine tools including turning and milling
  • Carrying out planned work including preventative maintenance and calibrations  
  • Attending breakdown repairs  
  • Completing installation and improvements to plant  
  • Working in a safe manner adhering to Good Manufacturing Practice  
  • Contributing to the site Engineering team objectives of effectively reducing manufacturing downtime through maintaining equipment, improving efficiencies and working to safety and food quality standards  
  • Getting broad exposure to different areas of food manufacturing mechanical and electrical maintenance and improvements  
This is a busy working environment where using a wide range of skills is essential. The role is based in a factory where hygiene and food standards are of paramount importance. Must be able to work within a small team.

It is envisaged that the successful applicant could carry on to a role as a multi-skilled technician on shift with us depending on how successful they are.

About the Training

You will be studying towards the Level 3 Food & Drink Engineering Maintenance Standard as well as supporting training and qualifications to enable you to carry out the role of Multi-Skilled Engineer for Premier Foods (academic content delivered offsite and includes residential block release based in Huddersfield at Kirklees College).  

About the Employer

Premier Foods is one of Britain’s biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,500 colleagues at 13 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country. Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and you’ll find them in 94% of British households. At Premier Foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.

Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working

Training Provider

KIRKLEES COLLEGE

Course/Training

Food and drink maintenance engineer (level 3)

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