Summary
Merits Plastic Mouldings are technical experts in the design and manufacture of plastic injection mouldings. They are currently looking for an apprentice Production Technician to join and learn within their team.
Wage
£14,918.80 a year
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday, between 8:30am and 4:30pm.
38 hours a week
Start date
Monday 12 May 2025
Duration
1 year
Positions available
2
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
Key Tasks:
* Work strictly in accordance with the tool setting Work Instruction, number WI.25.
* Trouble shoot as and when required, to ensure correct mouldings are produced using optimum conditions.
Other Tasks:
* Adhere to relevant procedures as laid down in the company quality manual.
* Maintain good housekeeping in whichever duty you are performing.
* Actively participate in training and development programmes as required by your manager.
* Regularly communicate with your manager to ensure the smooth running of the department.
* Work in compliance with all statutory rules and regulations.
* Use all equipment, plant, machinery, and services with respect and immediately report any faults or repairs needed to the relevant person for action.
* Maintain awareness of developments within areas of operation of other departments within the company.
* Maintain active interdepartmental co-ordination, communication, and co-operation.
* Undertake other tasks as required by the company or your manager.
Where you’ll work
Merit Plastic Mouldings, Vinces Road
Diss
IP22 4YE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE
Your training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Your training plan
* The learner will be studying the Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification
* Functional skills will be studied if equivalent qualifications are not held
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
* Maths and English (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Team working
* Initiative
Other requirements
Being a good communicator, being open, honest, and transparent are all advantageous attributes of the ideal candidate. As well as being willing and open to learning with a keen with an engineering interest.