Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe......
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.
Intro
Müller Milk & Ingredients focuses on continuous learning to develop, not only our business, but our people. And now we are recruiting Level 3 Engineering Apprentices!
About the role
This 4-year Engineering Apprenticeship Programme will see you based at our Droitwich Dairy Müller Milk & Ingredients site. You’ll be provided with a fantastic way to realise your potential and get your career off to the best possible start. You will study towards a recognised qualification, earn a good salary, develop new skills, and gain invaluable experience. Your key responsibilities as an Engineering Apprentice will include:
- 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
This Apprenticeship combines technical training, academic study, and work-based learning, and covers all the fundamental Engineering topics you need to know, such as:
- 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 22 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 Dairy site to embed your learning with our team of Engineering experts, whilst continuing to work with our training provider partner to complete your apprenticeship.
About Müller Milk & Ingredients
Müller Milk & Ingredients aims to be Britain’s private-label dairy leader and produces branded and private-label fresh milk, cream, butter, and ingredients products. It boasts a network of dairies and depots servicing customers throughout the country.
Who are we looking for?
You will need to meet the following entry requirements:
- National 5s at band C or above in English & Maths, plus a science/technical subject
- Able to demonstrate a clear passion for Engineering
- Great attention to detail
- Good time management skills
- Ability to analyse problems and suggest improvements or solutions
- Ability to take a proactive approach
- Ability to take ownership of own work
- Demonstrates a self-motivated and proactive approach to work and studies
- Ability to demonstrate good team working skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- You’ll need to be flexible with your hours of work upon completion of the apprenticeship including weekends and night shifts
This opportunity is ideal for those who are passionate about building a successful career. You’ll also need to impress Müller with your desire to learn, your ability to take the lead, and the initiative to make your future career ambitions a reality. 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.
What’s in it for you?
This is an excellent opportunity to learn in one of the most fast-paced industries! Limited places will be filled by candidates who can show their ability to be proactive in their personal and professional development. But don’t worry, you’ll receive the highest standard of training, supported by their champions in the field.
At the end of the Apprenticeship programme, you will gain the following qualifications:
- Level 3 Food & Drink Maintenance Engineer Apprenticeship Certificate
- Level 3 Diploma in Food & Drink Engineering
There is also the potential to progress onto a Level 6 Engineering Degree if you show the drive and enthusiasm!
You will also benefit from:
- An annual salary of £18,500 with structured increases yearly
- A full time role of 40 hours per week
- Make some friends for life
- true professionals
Please note the deadline for applications is Friday 28th February 2025.
