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Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 31,000 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 1,300 farmers in Britain.Müller is ranked within the top 20 in The Grocer's Top 100 list of Britain's Biggest Brands and is picked from shelves millions of times each year. Müller UK & Ireland includes:

Müller Milk & Ingredients which 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.

Müller Yogurt & Desserts which is the UK's leading yogurt manufacturer which aims to create millions more Müller moments for its consumers. It is responsible for major brands like Müller Corner, Müllerlight, Müller Bliss, Müller Rice, FRijj and Müller Kefir Smoothie and produces chilled desserts under licence from Mondelez International. It also supplies the UK private label yogurt market from a dedicated, state of the art yogurt facility.

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