Engineering Apprentice

Müller UK & Ireland; Hampton Lovett; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking Engineering Apprentices at their Droitwich site. This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to gain recognized qualifications, develop essential skills, and earn a competitive salary. Responsibilities include maintaining manufacturing equipment, participating in continuous improvement projects, and ensuring product quality. The ideal candidate should have a passion for engineering and qualifications in English, maths, and a technical subject. The role promises a diverse workplace and long-term career growth.

Benefits

Annual salary of £18,500

Structured salary increases yearly

Full-time role of 40 hours per week

Qualifications

• National 5s at band C or above in English & maths, plus a science/technical subject.
• A clear passion for engineering.
• Ability to take ownership of your own work.
• A self‑motivated and proactive approach to work and studies.
• Flexibility with hours upon completion, including weekends and nights.

Responsibilities

• Keeping manufacturing machinery maintained.
• Involvement in continuous improvement projects.
• Fault finding and ensuring products meet food safety standards.
• Working in a team to achieve high-quality products.
• Highlighting concerns regarding product quality.

Job description

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Müller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s biggest brands and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.

We are recruiting Engineering Apprentices!

At Müller UK & Ireland, we’re proud to create some of the nation’s favourite dairy products, from fresh milk, butter and cream to our famous yogurts, desserts, drinks and kefir. Sourcing milk from over 1,000 farms up and down the UK, we serve millions of families every day with a range of branded and private label goods which are nutritious and delicious. We’re one of the UK and Ireland’s major dairy manufacturers and, with milk in 97% of UK fridges and yoghurt in 78%, there’s a very good chance you have a Müller product in yours.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Müller Milk & Ingredients at our Droitwich site in an apprenticeship role as an Engineering Technician. We have ambitious plans in place to grow our business and transform the dairy industry. To meet those goals, we need people who can grow with us.

You will study towards a recognised qualification, earn a good salary, develop new skills, and gain invaluable experience. We aim to empower our employees to be the best they can be – at Müller the sky’s the limit.

Key responsibilities

• Asset Management: keeping manufacturing machinery maintained, managing processes, filling/packing and site cleaning operations
• Involvement in continuous improvement projects, project management, or tests and trial activities
• Fault finding and quick action to meet food safety standards
• Being part of a team striving to achieve the highest quality products
• Highlighting concerns and ensuring products or volumes meet the agreed requirements and targets

What you will learn

• Electrical principles and maintenance
• Mechanical maintenance to keep the factories running efficiently
• Automation

This programme is delivered in partnership with our training provider North West Training Council (NWTC), where you’ll spend 20 weeks of your first year with Müller at their state‑of‑the‑art training facility. From years 2‑4, you’ll spend a combined 22 weeks with NWTC, with the remainder of the time spent back at Droitwich site to embed your learning with our team of engineering experts, whilst continuing to work with our training provider partner to complete your apprenticeship.

What will you need?

• National 5s at band C or above in English & maths, plus a science/technical subject
• A clear passion for engineering
• Ability to take ownership of your own work
• A self‑motivated and proactive approach to work and studies
• Flexibility with your hours of work upon completion of the apprenticeship, including weekends and night shifts

Müller offers you a long‑term career with a genuine market leader. We're an entrepreneurial company where people love to work and make a difference. This role is likely for you if you’re committed to fulfilling your potential and becoming a highly prized engineer with an industry-recognised qualification.

Qualifications you will gain

• Level 3 Food & Drink Maintenance Engineer Apprenticeship Certificate
• Level 3 Diploma in Food & Drink Engineering
• Potential to progress onto a Level 6 Engineering Degree if you show the drive and enthusiasm

Benefits

• An annual salary of £18,500 with structured increases yearly
• Full‑time role of 40 hours per week

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. At Müller, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and abilities. If you’re passionate, curious and ready to learn — we’ll support you every step of the way.