Maintenance Engineering Apprentice

The role of Apprentice Engineering Technician is to assist Krones Field Service Engineers in installing, commissioning, overhauling and fault-finding on a wide range of KRONES machinery. A customer facing role, that is field based requiring travel to customer premises as and when required and potentially at short notice.

 Adhere to strict health and safety policies and procedures and being compliant at all times.  Assist with installation and commissioning of machines and production line upgrades.  Support diagnosis, elimination, and documentation of malfunctions.  Assist in overhauling of customer machines on site at various locations in the UK.  Carry out all aspects of the apprenticeship, including offsite classroom training and onsite practical learning.  Provide accurate reporting and feedback (service reports, timesheets, expenses in line with company policy).  Participate in preventive maintenance and system improvement activities.  Work with customer-specific guidelines and safety instructions.  Travel to and from sites using company vehicles.

Training:
 Level 3 Mechatronics Engineering Apprenticeship.  Approx. 42 months (3.5 years).  Leads to a nationally recognised qualification as a Mechatronics Maintenance Technician.  Delivered in partnership with Training 2000. Attend college full time for 1 year then 1 day per week in years following.  Combination of off-the-job education (technical theory) and on-the-job practical application. Use of e-portfolio OneFile to be used to support evidence gathering.  Practical and theory training at Krones AG Neutraubling facility.  Periodic progress reviews conducted by Training 2000 to support qualification and independent review by Krones UK.

Training Outcome:

This apprenticeship provides a solid foundation for progression into roles such as Field Service Engineer, Maintenance Technician, or Automation Specialist, with opportunities for international exposure and advanced technical training.

Employer Description:

Krones designs and implements complete lines for beverages and food, which cover each individual production process step starting from product and container production, filling and packaging all the way up to material flow and container recycling.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8am to 4.30pm.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working