Production/Technical Operator Apprentice

  • Job Reference: VAC1000242843
  • Date Posted: 18 April 2024
  • Employer: IPS International
  • Website: https://ips-international.com/
  • Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
  • Salary: £15,446.53
  • Sector: Engineering
  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Duration: 48 months
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Job Description

Would you like to earn a salary whilst learning on the job & gaining a qualification? Knauf are currently seeking a Production/Technical Operator Apprentice to carry out manufacturing & autonomous maintenance activities whilst working towards the Level 2 standard, whereby you will gain a full understanding of the technical aspects of production.

What will the apprentice be doing?

 

Main Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

  • You are required to follow company Health and Safety procedures to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
  • The Production Technical apprentice will be expected to support production to ensure the smooth running of the Boardline processes within our plasterboard manufacturing plant.

Daily duties will include;

  • Machine Operation
  • Testing of all materials
  • Understanding and learning of the Boardline process; the process of converting stucco to forming board
  • Communication issues with the team and other production teams on site
  • Working to set KPI’s.
  • Working to tight deadlines, in fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Learning other production processes around the Knauf site
  • Carrying out autonomous maintenance tasks
  • Learning the technical aspect of making plasterboard
  • Demonstrate your ability to carry out the role effectively, efficiently while flexibly maintaining lean manufacturing principles to meet demand
  • Demonstrate skill and knowledge following SOP’s and build knowledge of the plant.
  • Demonstrate their ability to identify and resolve problems within the lean manufacturing environment, using effective problem-solving tools and techniques. Manage problems that may occur during the manufacturing process within the limits of their responsibility and escalate as appropriate.
  • Maintain workplace standards using CI methodology.
  • Demonstrate appropriate process documentation control and testing regime.
  • Direct involvement in training opportunities to develop self and plant knowledge.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to meet and exceed KPI’s.
  • Anything commensurate to complete your role.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

 

This Apprenticeship Standard is delivered within the workplace, where the Apprentice will complete a Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative competency and knowledge qualification. IPS will support and train the learner through the component aims with monthly monitoring and assessment visits to the workplace. This will prepare the learner for End Point Assessment that is required for this Apprenticeship. 

To complete this Apprenticeship, the learner must pass Level 1/work towards Level 2 English and maths (or have the appropriate transferable skills). 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

 

Ability to become a Mobile Plant Operator  

Desired skills and personal qualities

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working

Qualifications

  • GCSE or equivalent maths and English and Science (Grade 2-9 / A-E) essential

Things to consider

This apprenticeship will include a mix of working and studying. The successful candidate is expected to complete the full programme for the entire duration. Enrolment onto your apprenticeship programme is subject to prior attainment checks, and your Personal Learning Record will be reviewed upon successful appointment. We are also obligated to follow the guidelines around eligibility, set out by the government apprenticeship funding rules. NB: Please include minimum qualifications (GCSE maths and English grades) in your apprenticeship application. Tailor your application to the vacancy, dedicating 1-2 paragraphs for each question to demonstrate interest in the role and the company. **If you are unsuccessful, you will be automatically added to our Talentpool list where future vacancies will be sent to you. If you would like to opt out of this mailing list please select unsubscribe in the email.**