Engineering Apprentice – Food & Drink

Working alongside experienced and qualified staff you will learn all aspects of Electrical/Mechanical Maintenance (Multi-skilled).

Working under supervision you will work towards being responsible for the following tasks:

Completing changeovers to a production plans Plan and prepare for maintenance and repairs of engineered systems in the food and drink industry Carrying out checks and maintenance as outlined within the PPM (Planned, Preventative Maintenance) scheme Involvement in multi-skilling (cross discipline) duties as appropriate Understand and apply Food & Drink principles to your role  Carry out reasonable instructions from Lead Engineers or Senior Managers Ensure that all Health and Safety standards are maintained and that you show due diligence at all times Apply ‘best practice’ techniques Comply with all company policies and procedures e.g. health and safety, training & development, quality, disciplinary & grievance and sickness & absence etc. To carry out any other reasonable requests to meet the needs of the business Apprentices should learn the skills which are recognised across the industry, and participate in classes, workshops, and on-the-job training Apprentices should take part in regular progress reviews and an end-point assessment

Training:

We have partnered with Wigan & Leigh College who will deliver the training on the Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship.

Year 1 – You will be based at the College in Wigan for majority of the year returning to Site over the mandated College Holidays.

Year 2 – You will be based onsite majority of the time (trained and assessed) with smaller blocks at Wigan & Leigh College.

Year 3 – You will be based onsite majority of the time (trained and assessed) with smaller blocks at Wigan & Leigh College.

The College will monitor your apprenticeship on a regular basis, assessing your progress to ensure you achieve the standards required including mandatory requirements, core skills, knowledge and occupational behaviours in preparation for your end point assessment.

Training Outcome:

Opportunities to develop with recognised pathway into  technician roles/Management development, with potential training and development to degree levels.

Employer Description:

The Kraft Heinz Company is revolutionizing the food industry – we will be the most profitable food company powered by the most talented people with unwavering commitment to our communities, leading brands and highest product quality in every category in which we compete. As a global food and beverage powerhouse, Kraft Heinz represents over $29 billion in revenue and is the 3rd largest food and beverage company in North America and 5th largest in the world. At Kraft Heinz, to be the BEST food company, growing a BETTER world is more than a dream – it is our GLOBAL VISION. To be the best, we want the best – best brands, best practices and, most importantly, the best people.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday (39 hours per week). 30 minute lunch break per day + short breaks. Shift patterns vary.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Physical fitness,Strong focus on working safe