Manufacturing Apprentice

Müller UK & Ireland; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy manufacturer in Bridgwater is seeking a Manufacturing Apprentice to join their team. This role offers training towards a Level 3 Food & Drink Technical Operator qualification. Responsibilities include operating machinery, ensuring production quality, and working collaboratively. The position includes a starting salary of £18,500 and opportunities for career progression within the company.

Benefits

£18,500 starting salary

Training and skill investment

Travel and accommodation reimbursement for training

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and living in the UK.
• Not currently enrolled in full-time education.
• Willingness to travel for training or project work.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and maintain production lines.
• Identify and resolve faults during production.
• Learn about food safety, hygiene, and quality control.
• Understand supply chain processes.
• Work collaboratively to produce high-quality products.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Grade 5s at band C or above in English & Maths

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.

Kickstart Your Career with Müller – Become a Manufacturing Apprentice!

Ready to take your first step into the world of food manufacturing and release your potential? Join Müller as a Manufacturing Apprentice and start building a career you can be proud of.

We’re Müller UK & Ireland — part of a family‑owned business that employs over 26,000 people across Europe. In the UK, we work with 1,500 British farmers to create some of the nation’s favourite dairy products, including Müller Milk, Butter, Müller Corner, Müller Rice, and Müller Light.

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. People who want to learn something new every day; leaders who take responsibility and innovative thinkers who can see around the next corner.

What’s the Role?

As a Manufacturing Apprentice, you’ll join our Manufacturing Academy and learn everything you need to become a skilled Technical Operator. That means:

• Operating machinery and keeping production lines running smoothly
• Spotting and fixing faults
• Learning about food safety, hygiene, and quality control
• Understanding how ingredients move through our supply chain
• Working as part of a team to make products people love

You’ll be based at one of our UK Dairies:

• Manchester
• Skelmersdale
• Market Drayton
• Telford
• Minsterley
• Droitwich
• Severnside
• Bridgwater

We’ll provide you with all the support you need to be the best you can be. We'll give you training, invest in your skills and offer you the next rung on your career ladder. We aim to empower our employees to be the best they can be – at Müller the sky’s the limit.

What To Expect?

During your apprenticeship you’ll work towards a Level 3 Food & Drink Technical Operator qualification, delivered by the University of Lincoln. Training takes place over three block weeks each year — and we’ll cover your travel, accommodation, and living expenses while you’re there.

This role includes shift work and some weekends (depending on your age), so flexibility is key.

You Will Also Benefit From:

• £18,500 starting salary, with a pay rise after your first year
• 40 hours per week, with some shift work (age dependent)

What Will You Need?

• Grade 5s at band C or above in English & Maths
• Be 16 or older and living in the UK
• Not currently in full‑time education
• Willingness to travel for training or project work (we’ll cover expenses)

If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, learn new skills, and be part of something big we’d love to hear from you. Your journey starts here. Let’s build it together.

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.