Electro-mechanical Engineering Maintenance Apprentice

Klockner Pentaplast

Successful candidates will complete an Electro-mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship with an on-site mentor. Work within a team to repair mechanical plants and assist in the safe and efficient operation of production plants. Perform routine testing and evaluate results.

Apprenticeship summary

What will the apprentice be doing?

This Engineering Apprenticeship programme is designed to create a skilled engineer capable of mechanically maintaining all plant, and provide engineering expertise and support throughout the organisation.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, as a Skilled Engineer you will:

  • Mechanically and electrically maintain all plant, equipment and services on site
  • As required, diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and provide rapid break down response
  • Work with and manage contractors on site and, where applicable, raise Permits to Work (PTW)
  • Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with the company’s in-house procedures, 5 S housekeeping standards and any relevant Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
  • Utilise and develop the company’s Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to maximise plant and equipment up-time
  • As required, develop maintenance instructions and standard operating procedures
  • Implement and deliver first line maintenance training to end users
  • Assist in the development of the company in-house training programme
  • Proactively manage and deliver continuous improvement initiatives to maximise efficiency, reduce waste and improve working practices and standards of safety
  • As required, assist with the identification of new plant and equipment and the justification for capital expenditure
  • Carry out the mechanical and electrical installation of new plant and equipment, ensuring compliance with the relevant codes of practice before hand-over to the end user
  • As applicable, up-date P & IDs and any other mechanical and electrical engineering drawings

You will be required to:

  • Work to the company’s operating procedures, standards and ‘Basis of Safety’, follow the rules set out in the ‘Employee Handbook’ and comply with the requirements of the individual’s ‘Contract of Employment’
  • Gain a thorough understanding of the company’s product range and the processes used to deliver a right first time quality product
  • Fully understand the company’s maintenance processes
  • Ensure break-downs and requests for engineering assistance are addressed within a timely manner
  • Ensure projects are managed in a professional manner and relevant parties are kept fully abreast of progress
  • Ensure plant, equipment and site services are maintained in accordance with the company’s planned maintenance schedule
  • Complete audit actions within an agreed time frame
  • Ensure continuous improvement initiatives are delivered within an agreed time frame
  • Spend time educating team on actions implemented to resolve issues.
  • The apprenticeship offered by Klockner Pentaplast offers on the job practical experience with day / block release at college for theoretical learning
  • The company is committed to developing the talent of new employees and is now looking to recruit a conscientious team player to join the maintenance department and support the on-going growth of the company.
  • From day one you will be working with qualified engineers helping you to develop mechanical and electrical maintenance and fault diagnostic skills within a fast-moving manufacturing environment
  • You will work in an energised and supportive workplace with a personal mentor

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

  • Combination of training at work and in college
  • College attendance will be day-release, alongside on-site assessor visits

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • The opportunity to apply for a full time Electromechanical Engineer role
  • Great opportunities for progression within the company

 

 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE English Language (Grade 4 or above) Essential
GCSE Maths (Grade 4 or above) Essential
GCSE Science (Grade 4 or above) Essential
GCSE IT (Grade 4 or above) Desired

Things to consider

Must be willing to travel to site/college to meet work/study times Please note an assessment day will be held as part of the recruitment process for this opportunity

About the employer

Klockner Pentaplast is a global player in the evolution of fresh food packaging, delivering lower levels of food waste, improved standards of hygiene and cleaner, more convenient solutions for all our customers and their markets.

Employer

Klockner Pentaplast
www.kpfilms.com

Address

Linpac Wakefield Road Featherstone
Pontefract
WF7 5DE
53.67701
-1.37256