Engineering Apprentice
Engineering | Leyland | Full Time | Permanent
Since our beginnings at Dr. Oetker, we have been breaking new ground. With pizza, cake, and desserts, as well as digital platforms and services – quality and an innovative spirit set us apart.
What awaits you? It's up to you! At. Dr. Oetker, you can actively shape the future – both yours and ours. We want to be part of something bigger. Don't you?
JOIN THE TASTE.
We are seeking a motivated and ambitious individual to join our Engineering team as an Engineering Maintenance Apprentice. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career in the dynamic and fast-paced world of food manufacturing. As an Engineering Maintenance Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining hands-on experience and valuable skills that will set the foundation for a successful career in engineering.
Dr. Oetker and Chicago Town pizzas have been manufactured for over 30 years at our Leyland site where we care about people and offer well paid long term permanent jobs with plenty of generous benefits and opportunities to train and develop. We are as proud of our hard-working friendly culture as we are of the fantastic market leading pizzas we make.
A career at Dr Oetker will provide you with opportunity to work on the latest state of the art technology in pizza manufacturing using mainly siemens and lenze systems as well as robotics and networked equipment. If you are enthusiastic about engineering, passionate about food production, and ready to embark on an exciting apprenticeship journey, we would love to hear from you.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
You will be part of a dedicated Engineering Maintenance Team where you will:
- Assist in the maintenance and repair of production machinery and equipment.
- Learn and apply preventive maintenance procedures to ensure optimal machinery performance.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers to execute maintenance plans and projects.
- Comply with health and safety regulations and contribute to a safe working environment.
- Undertake training sessions to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
- Ensure college-based assignments and technical files are completed within set submission dates.
The first year of your Apprenticeship will be off site at our training providers facilities based in Blackburn. From Year 2 onwards you will be based at our Leyland Manufacturing Facility, undertaking 1 day per week training off site.
From Year 2 onwards you will work a rotating shift pattern as follows:
Week 1; Mon – Fri 05.45-14.15.
Week 2; Mon- Fri 13.45-22.15.
Working 1 in 4 weekends (paid as overtime x1.5 and x2)
WHAT YOU BRING
You will be educated to BTEC or equivalent level with GCSEs (Grade 5 [C]) in Maths, English, and a Science-related subject.
In addition you must be able to demonstrate:
- A strong interest in engineering and a desire to pursue a career in maintenance.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to work.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Starting salary of £17,000 in Year 1 of Apprenticeship, increasing each year of the Apprenticeship.
Exposure to cutting-edge technology in food manufacturing.
Achievement of an Engineering Apprenticeship which will include education up to and including HND level.
Opportunities for career progression within Dr. Oetker UK.
- 33 days annual leave (inc bank holidays), from year 2 onwards, which increases with service
- Free Life Assurance at 4 times basic annual salary
- A skills-based development programme – allowing you to develop skills and your pay
- Enhanced Company Sick Pay
- Enhanced Pension scheme which provides 6% Employer pension contribution
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced Family Friendly Leave
- Free pizzas
- Subsidised on site restaurant with hot and cold meals, a salad/deli bar, snack machines and microwaves and storage facilities for those who prefer to bring their own
- Free tea, coffee and fresh fruit.
- Free on-site parking (number of electronic charging points available)
- Free Wi-Fi in canteen
- Employee Referral Scheme £350 – once you know how great it is to work here, you’ll want to bring your friends and family!
- Regular Employee Forums ensuring all employees have a voice
- Incentivised employee suggestion and recognition schemes
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Free health checks
Would you like a slice of the action?
We look forward to your online application. Just click the "Apply now" button, and you're good to go. Still have questions? Then please feel free to reach out to us directly.
Dr. Oetker is an equal opportunities employer. We continuously work to shape and live in a corporate culture where everyone feels welcome. At Dr. Oetker, your personality and qualifications are what count. Not gender, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion, disability, age or sexual orientation, and identity.
Dr. Oetker UK Ltd.
