Science Manufacturing Technician Apprentice

Learn by doing: Observe, learn and understand a wide range of production skills and processes under the guidance of Technicians and Engineers. Level up fast: Attend workshops and problem-solving sessions; seize as many learning opportunities as possible. Make a difference: As you develop your skills, take on real production tasks both independently and collaboratively with your team. Put safety first: Embrace health & safety, quality control and good housekeeping. Operate with pride: Follow safe operating procedures and company policies; maintain a smart, professional appearance on and off site. Own your progress: Complete tests and evaluations, attend meetings, and offer ideas to improve how we work. Master papermaking: Build competence on production lines and gain essential papermaking experience. Develop digital manufacturing capability: Engage with digital tools and systems used in modern manufacturing, such as data analytics, automation, and connected worker platforms. Participate in training and hands-on activities designed to build your digital skills, preparing you to operate and innovate in a highly digitised production environment. This includes learning about Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), digital visual management, and continuous improvement technologies, supporting the mill’s journey toward the Factory of the Future. Shape your future: Progress through structured career development pathways designed to help you advance from apprentice to skilled Technician or Engineer, supported by mentorship, continuous training, and real-world experience.

Training:

The apprenticeship follows a 3-year programme and is delivered through a blended approach of face-to-face blocks of training CATCH in Stallingborough and online learning sessions throughout each year. The remainder of the apprenticeship is completed on-site with the employer.

Training Outcome:

Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate.

You will have developed a variety of interchangeable skills and have an in-depth understanding of manufacturing and processes.

Employer Description:

At Kimberly-Clark, our purpose is Better Care for a Better World. Join a brilliant, successful and fun team at Northfleet Mill that produces one of the UK’s most recognisable brands, ANDREX®, and kickstart a career that blends hands-on manufacturing with world-class training in the technicalities of process and papermaking.

Working Hours :
Full time. Days and shifts TBC.

Skills:
IT skills,Organisation skills,Initiative,Safety Aware