Apprentice Engineer - Maintenance

To be part of the Munton Engineering team and to be responsible for the maintenance and continued efficient & safe running of the Stowmarket site To accept the undertaking, ownership and accountability of an engineering apprenticeship to ensure sufficient learning and development is achieved To successfully complete an apprenticeship recognised by Muntons To develop at being responsible for carrying out a range of electrical and mechanical engineering works, including proactive planned maintenance, small projects, installations & reactive activities and repairs

Day to Day engineering-Lead by and accompanied with your mentor:

To provide a dynamic and proactive response to engineering breakdowns, in order to maximise production and minimise plant downtime Plan access to perform preventive maintenance tasking as per allocation from the CMMS system To communicate on a daily basis with your mentor / Engineering Team Leader to ensure established priorities are dealt with in a co-ordinated approach Participate and update all taskings from the CMMS system, Prioritising tasks, breakdowns and preventative maintenance task To work flexibly and respond to the changing demands of the work, adapting to new work routines and practices accordingly Updating your college workbook, and assignments, attending review meetings Keeping records of work done and that meets the framework requirements of the course Ensuring all college deadlines are met 100% of the time Ensuring all off the job training is met Ensure all safety protocols are adhered to at all times

General Maintenance activities.  Lead by and accompanied with your mentor:

General day to day repairs within skillset and training To work alongside your customers and team members to carry out plant modifications and ensure plant is properly maintained To participate in all aspects of maintenance work associated with plant shutdowns To undertake planned maintenance routines as guided by the Maintenance Manager/ Team leader Manage contractors including performing inductions and permits with support from your Mentor/ Team Leader

Plant Hygiene.  Lead by and accompanied with your mentor:

Ensure all tools and equipment are removed from the food processing areas when completing tasks Ensure the engineering workshop is tidy and maintains a good standard of house- keeping Ensure spills are controlled and kept to a minimum Ensure you adhere to the company policy on hygiene

Administration.  Lead by and accompanied with your mentor:

Respond to our internal customers request, providing updates via- email & CMMS system Keep up to date on tasks and include all information – work done-when updating CMMS Submit accurate descriptions of spare parts requested Update the relevant schedules and tables as required when changes are made Escalate any problems with your mentor/Team Leader

Electrical.  Lead by and accompanied with your mentor:

Successfully fault find on electrical control and power systems identifying & including intermittent faults on processes on site Understand and modify SCADA systems as required (once training has been completed) Identify reasons for a Motor overloading, Test/ change failed motors, select correct equivalent alternative if needed to get process up and running

Training:
The learner will be studying the Engineering Maintenance Technician - Dual discipline Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification Day release to West Suffolk College

Training Outcome:
The programme will involve gaining experience and training to develop your knowledge and skills to enable you to take up an Engineering position within the organisation The Company will endeavour to provide you with such training to achieve this aim but cannot guarantee a permanent placement

Employer Description:
Muntons is a leading supplier of malts and malted ingredients to the food and drinks industry worldwide.They have a 45 Acre site, are open 365 days a year, have a 24/7 manufacturing facility supplying 90+ different countries.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:00

Skills:
Communication skills,Team working,Initiative,Problem solving skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills