Degree Apprentice Production/Manufacturing Engineer

Review performance metrics and set goals Attend team meetings and inspect production lines Plan tasks and prioritize improvement initiatives Troubleshoot production issues and perform root cause analyses Implement process changes and update SOPs Collaborate with suppliers or vendors Analyse production data, track KPIs, and identify improvement areas Create reports and work on cost reduction strategies Collaborate with teams on projects and schedule preventive maintenance Train staff on new processes and troubleshoot mid-week issues Conduct inspections and review progress Prepare reports, adjust plans, and ensure compliance with standards Handle emergency breakdowns as needed Assist with large-scale projects like automation or new line setups Focus on continuous improvement using Lean or Six Sigma techniques

Training:
Apprentices will undertake a Level 6 Manufacturing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship The training will be delivered by University of Staffordshire Teaching will be a mix of on the job and off the job training delivered face to face in university and online weekly sessions The programme is delivered using a blended learning model Apprentices will attend university for 1 week block of study per semester each academic year All face-to-face teaching is delivered at our Stoke on Trent campus Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, apprentices will achieve their BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Training Outcome:
After the apprenticeship degree, there will be a permanent position available to the successful person You will qualify from an apprentice to a junior/assistant production engineer As you gain skills and experience there will be an opportunity to progress to a fully-fledged Production/Manufacturing Engineer Then onwards again to a Senior Production Engineer or Team Leader

Employer Description:
Currently celebrating 25 Years as one of the UK’s largest independent contract manufacturers, we produce sheet, formed and CNC metal components and electromechanical assemblies. With over 250 employees and a combined shop-floor space of 11,000 m2 across our two manufacturing sites, Mec Com in the UK, and European Fabrications in Romania, we provide competitive solutions to market leading businesses around the globe. Ongoing capital investment and the implementation of lean manufacturing techniques have created a truly flexible and cost-effective manufacturing environment.

Working Hours :
Monday- Thursday 7:00am- 5:15pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Creative,Time Management,Adaptable & Resilient,To have a good attitude