At a Glance
- Tasks: Gain hands-on experience in maintaining and repairing advanced manufacturing equipment.
- Company: Join MM Packaging, a leading manufacturer of innovative packaging solutions.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn with competitive weekly pay and recognised qualifications.
- Other info: Exciting long-term career opportunities await in a dynamic global business.
- Why this job: Kickstart your engineering career with practical training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
- Qualifications: Eager learners with a minimum Grade 4 in English and Maths are encouraged to apply.
The predicted salary is between 19500 - 29250 £ per year.
Are you practical, curious and ready to learn how complex machinery keeps a world-class manufacturing business running? Looking for an opportunity where you can earn while you learn, gain recognised qualifications and build a long-term engineering career? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Engineering Apprentice to join MM Packaging Deeside, one of Europe's leading carton manufacturers. This is your chance to develop valuable engineering skills, work alongside experienced professionals and gain recognised qualifications, all while earning a competitive salary. You will complete a Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship, with the opportunity to progress to a Level 4 HNC in Engineering. Over three years, you'll receive practical training in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where no two days are the same. You'll learn how to maintain, repair and improve the advanced machinery used to produce high-quality, sustainable carton packaging while developing skills that will support a rewarding engineering career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Gain hands-on experience maintaining and repairing manufacturing equipment
- Learn mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and automated engineering systems
- Work alongside experienced engineers who will mentor and support your development
- Build fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
- Develop an understanding of engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Gain experience with automated production equipment, control systems and robotics
- Learn safe working practices and health, safety and environmental standards
- Take part in continuous improvement projects to improve equipment performance
- Develop communication, teamwork and organisational skills while earning recognised qualifications
The Company: MM Packaging is a market leading manufacturer of innovative fibre-based packaging solutions. We are committed to delivering high-quality, sustainable, and cost-effective packaging products to our clients. Our team is dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement.
The Benefits:
- Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
- Opportunity to progress to a Level 4 HNC in Engineering
- Day shifts
- Earn while you learn: Year 1: £375 per week, Year 2: £468 per week, Year 3: £562 per week
- Practical training with experienced engineers
- Valuable manufacturing and engineering experience
- Excellent long-term career opportunities within a global business
- Potential to progress into a permanent engineering role following successful completion of the apprenticeship
The Person: We're looking for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys solving problems and wants to build a career in engineering. You'll also have:
- A minimum Grade 4 in both English and Maths
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- An interest in engineering and manufacturing
- A reliable and proactive approach to work
Applications close on 31st July 2026, although we may close the vacancy early if we find the right Engineering Apprentice, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note that interview invitations may be sent by email.
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