Engineering Apprentice

Job title:

Engineering Apprentice

Company

STADA Arzneimittel

Job description

Join our Early Careers Program – Engineering (Mechanical & Electrical) Apprenticeship opportunity … Commencing Summer 2025Natures Aid, part of the STADA Group, was established in 1981 and is a leading UK manufacturer of Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements to health food stores, pharmacies, and groceries, with over 190 products throughout 15 main health categories. Due to a continued period of substantial growth both in the UK and Internationally, Natures Aid is one of the top 5 leading UK supplements brands, with ambitious plans to continue to grow ahead of the category, through its award-winning innovation programme.Our mission is Caring for People’s Health as a Trusted Partner, and we’re always looking out for talented people to join our team and support our exciting growth plan.STADA UK Natures Aid – Engineering (Mechanical & Electrical) ApprenticePreston| UK | Full-time | Fixed-Term 50 MonthsIn this newly created role, you will be immersed in the Maintenance Engineering team at Natures Aid. You will work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining valuable experience in repairing, maintaining, and improving operationally critical equipment to support site manufacturing of medicines and medical devices.This role is specifically aimed at an GCSE, A-Level or T-Level student who is looking for the first step on the career ladder. Alongside your role as the Engineering Apprentice, you will undertake the 42-month Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician (Level 3) Apprenticeship to achieve your qualification through a mixture of on-site and online academic learning.How You Will Make an Impact?On a day-to-day basis your key responsibilities will include:

• Learn and support the site wide 6S program.
• Ensure the work area is maintained in a clean and safe and well-ordered condition.
• To maintain all necessary records of maintenance.
• Follow all engineering safe systems of work (Permit To Work, Lock out Tag Out etc).
• Complete documented risk reviews prior to commencing any job.
• Ensure stock levels of appropriate parts are maintained.
• Complete all Engineering Work Orders (EWO) documentation.
• Support the clean down and set up of machinery in production areas.
• Gain knowledge of plant and equipment specification.
• Observe installation and commissioning of equipment.
• Comply with GMP procedures.

What We Are Looking For?

• Educated to at least GCSE level, with passes at grade 4 or above in English and Maths (or predicted grades if completing A levels in summer 2025).
• A keen interest in electrical & mechanical engineering.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage various stakeholders in person, by phone, chat messaging and email.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines.
• Good IT skills with a proven ability to use Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

How we care for youAt Natures Aid our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return:💸 Competitive starting salary of £17,500 and an annual bonus scheme.🗝 Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.🌴 23.5 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.🏥 Health benefits provided through our Medicash Health Cash Plan💉 Free winter flu jab.🧠 Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme.👪 Enhanced Family Leave.🎉 Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.

Expected salary

£17500 per year

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:31:28 GMT

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