Engineering Advanced Apprenticeship

Kepak Group; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kepak Group is offering an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Apprentice at their Bodmin factory. This apprenticeship program provides structured training while earning a competitive salary. The role involves maintenance tasks and learning essential engineering principles, supported by a mentor throughout the four-year program.

Benefits

Employee Discount Scheme

Service-Related Annual Leave

Educational Assistance

Discounted Meat Products

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed; commitment to the 4-year program is essential.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance.
• Performing maintenance based on audits and inspections.
• Implementing improvements to enhance site efficiency.

Skills

Reliability

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Education

Level 3 Food & Drink Maintenance Engineer

Job description

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About Kepak:
Kepak Group is an Irish company and one of Europe's leading meat processors. Kepak has a portfolio of market-leading brands including Rustlers, Big Al's, John Stone, Stript Snacks, and Celtic Beef. At Kepak, our ambition to grow as a business is matched by our commitment to developing the careers and personal satisfaction of our people.

Our Apprenticeships:
Kepak offers exciting opportunities for individuals looking to start their careers in Engineering. Our goal is to get our products onto shelves quickly for consumers, with our Maintenance team playing a vital role in this process.

Position Details:
Kepak is seeking to recruit an Engineering Apprentice at our factory in Bodmin, Cornwall. You will be supported by a Mentor throughout your apprenticeship, guiding you towards achieving your qualification. This program is an excellent entry point into Engineering and the Food Industry, offering a structured apprenticeship where you earn while you learn, completing a Level 3 Food & Drink Maintenance Engineer apprenticeship standard.

Responsibilities include:

1. Carrying out effective Planned Preventative Maintenance as directed.
2. Performing maintenance and rectification works based on audits, inspections, and production reports.
3. Implementing continual improvements to plant and equipment to reduce failures and enhance site efficiency.
4. Maintaining workshops, plant rooms, and storage areas to high standards.
5. Ensuring workshop tools and equipment are maintained and ready for use.
6. Keeping accurate records of work completed on paper and digital systems.
7. Supporting the engineering function to minimize production downtime.
8. Highlighting spare parts requirements and monitoring spares usage via KPIs.
9. Reporting risks or issues related to safety, product, or equipment quality.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understanding mathematical techniques, formulas, and calculations relevant to maintenance.
• Learning mechanical, electrical, electronic, fluid power, and process control principles.
• Understanding how equipment functions and interacts.
• Developing fault diagnostic skills and understanding condition monitoring methods.
• Supporting maintenance planning and minimizing machinery downtime.

Salary Structure:
Y1 £17,000
Y2 £20,500
Y3 £24,500
Y4 £30,000

Candidate Requirements:

• No prior experience needed; reliability and commitment to the 4-year program are essential.
• Positive attitude, attention to detail, willingness to learn, and flexibility.
• Interest in problem-solving.

Alignment with core values: Responsibility, Ambition, Passion for Food, and Teamwork.

Benefits:

• Employee Discount Scheme
• Service-Related Annual Leave
• Educational Assistance/ L&D
• Discounted Meat Products
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme

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