Engineering Apprentice

IPS (Part of the Culina Group) works with some of the best known brands and provides cost effective and innovative co-packing, co-filling and co-manufacturing solutions within the UK.

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Due to continue growth, an exciting opportunity is now available for anEngineering Apprentice to join our team in Dudley!

As an Engineering Apprentice you will ensure the smooth day to day running of the technical function and ensure that company quality standards are adhered to.

Working hours:Monday to Friday, 40 hour working week.

Salary:£11.44 per hour.

Key duties of an Engineering Apprentice:

• Assisting the Production team where possible.
• Assist with the monitoring of machines and ancillary plant.
• Follow preventative maintenance and lubrication schedules.
• Assisting with repairs during production.
• Assisting with planned maintenance.
• Build knowledge and experience in the following: Horizontal flow packers, vertical form fill baggers,Carton erectors, Gluing systems, Met /dets,Checkweighers, Pallet wrapping m/c, Shrink wrapping and various bespoke hand packing / labelling lines some with printers.
• To assist in scheduled work to restore machines and site back to standard.
• To assist in changeovers when required.
• Look for opportunities to continuously improve machine performance.
• To take part in training and development when required.
• To undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time, that reasonably fall within the scope and grade of the post.

• GCSE English and Maths - Grade 4or above required.
• Engineering qualification will need to be completed as part of the apprenticeship.
• Must be able to communicate within their own team and to key stakeholders.
• Good IT skills, competent in MS packages.
• Self-driven, results-oriented with a positive disposition, and a clear focus on meeting deadlines.
• Must be flexible in approach to work.

As part of our drive to make IPSa great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave Competitive holiday entitlement.
• Pension scheme We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirementso we offer agreat contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
• Life Assurance- x2 your annual salary.
• Wellness Via our Employee Assistance Programmewe offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month and Year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts- Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!

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