Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship in Warrington

METTLER TOLEDO are a global manufacturer with over 17,000 employees worldwide. We specialise in manufacturing analytical and precision instruments across the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. At our unit in Manchester, we design and manufacture metal detectors used to detect and reject metal contamination in food and pharmaceutical applications. We’re looking for driven and enthusiastic people to join our Engineering Fitter apprenticeship programme, starting in September 2026. You will have the opportunity to gain practical workplace experience alongside classroom-based learning, all while earning a salary.

The Programme:

• Both mechanical and electrical apprentices will follow a similar training pathway, which includes exposure to departments such as Stores, Production, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering.
• You will have the opportunity to rotate throughout the factory, acquiring the skills and knowledge about the processes involved in constructing our products.
• In your final year, you will complete an end-point assessment (EPA) which takes place after you have completed all your training and gained the necessary skills and knowledge required for the job. The EPA typically includes a project, multiple choice test and professional discussion.
• Successful completion of the EPA will lead to a nationally recognised Level 4 HNC in Engineering.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Minimum Grade 5 in GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
• Passion for engineering
• Willingness to learn
• Motivation and a can-do attitude
• Ability to commute to our site in Salford, and to the training provider (Elevated Knowledge) in Stockport.

Our Offer to You:

• Comprehensive benefits – including £500 signing bonus, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Strong Work-Life Balance – enhanced policies, focus on employee wellbeing, employee engagement events, free breakfast and early finish on Fridays if you're onsite.
• Global Exposure – work with international stakeholders and teams across METTLER TOLEDO's global network.
• Inclusive Culture – thrive in an environment that values authenticity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Career Progression – learn from industry experts, enhance existing skills, benefit from our commitment to training and development.
• Community Involvement – actively contribute to the well-being of our community through initiatives such as local litter picking and supporting charity events.

Choose what you do with your skills and apply now to be part of a team that engineers solutions for a better, safer world.

About Mettler Toledo:

METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

We promote equal opportunity worldwide and value diversity in our global workforce, which reflects the diversity in the many countries in which we operate internationally. Our commitment to Equal Opportunity and Diversity begins with our recruitment and selection process. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process. If you consider yourself to have a disability or learning difficulty which means you are unable to complete the application process online, please get in touch by email so that we can make alternative arrangements for you.