Lab Manufacturing Apprentice

THE BRITISH MILLERAIN CO LTD

ROCHDALE, OL12 9DJ

Closes in 9 days (Tuesday 1 October at 11:59pm)

Posted on 13 September 2024


Summary

This is a great opportunity for a young person, to gain an Apprenticeship in manufacturing. This position is based in the quality support team of the lab. The apprentice will help maintain high standards with client care by assessing the different stages of the manufacturing process.

Annual wage
£13,497.60 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.

38 hours a week

Possible start date

Wednesday 2 October

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

We are looking for someone who is committed, conscientious and with a positive attitude to work. You will be trained on the job and gain experience in monitoring the Quality of Production and Production Processes to assure consistent and quality product is received by customers, meeting the required specification. 

  • You will also monitor, audit and where necessary implement methods and systems covering Quality, Production, Hygiene, and certain Safety Systems. 
  • The skills you will develop and apply include: 
  • Carrying out all designated laboratory tests to support production processes and QC testing the product to determine it meets the required specification.
  • Liaising with different Departments on Quality matters and providing relevant information efficiently.
  • Maintaining accurate records of all test results for effective quality control and auditing purposes.
  • Observing the performance of test equipment and carry out calibration checks to identify when equipment needs maintenance or calibration.
  • Observing the performance of inline monitoring systems, such as consistency meters.
  • Completing departmental Audits and corrective actions.

This role will offer them an opportunity to progress their career within a friendly, supportive environment. 

Where you’ll work

UNIT 1

BUCKLEY BROOK

BUCKLEY ROAD

ROCHDALE

OL12 9DJ

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Your training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Your training plan

  • Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Apprenticeship Standard 
  • Apprenticeship Training will take place both inside the workplace and outside at Rochdale Training

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade C/ 4 or above)
  • Maths (grade C/ 4 or above)

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
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Flexible attitude
  • Positive work ethic
  • ‘Can do’ attitude
  • Professional & friendly manner
  • A good work ethic
  • A confident personality

About this company

Based in Lancashire, the heart of UK textile industry, our range of textiles has been developed through more than a century of innovation, using skills handed down through six generations. Our commitment to quality has enabled us to develop trusting and lasting partnerships with many of the industry's leading brands, and driven our growth as a globally respected manufacturer of fabrics for outerwear.

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

After this apprenticeship

  • This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates to progress. Previous Apprentices have now moved into more senior roles, as this company believes in growing their business by promoting internally

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Nathan Finn

nfinn@rochdaletraining.co.uk

01706 631417

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000276702.

Apply now

Closes in 9 days (Tuesday 1 October at 11:59pm)

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