Manufacturing Operator - Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship

On this 4 year programme you will follow the Level 3 Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship Standard which aligns with IET EngTech professional recognition.

During your first year you'll complete your initial training within our Manufacturing Operations Training Facility, before moving directly into your manufacturing placements, whilst studying 1 day per week at Wigan and Leigh College.

In years 2, 3 and 4, you'll be studying 1 day per week with the remainder of your working week onsite (or a blend of onsite/offsite working), experiencing different manufacturing placements; putting into practice the practical skills you've been learning. You'll get to experience the following placements, to name a few:

Printed Electrical Circuit Manufacturing

Clean Room Assembly Processes

Cable Manufacturing

Missile Assembly, Integration and Test

Calibration & Maintenance

Find more details about the course here: https://www.wigan-leigh.ac.uk/courses/mechanical-engineering/engineering-fitter-apprenticeship

This role has specific qualification and subject criteria so please make sure you carefully check your eligibility against this criteria before applying. We will not be able to consider applications from anyone that does not meet the following requirements:

5 x GCSES including Maths & English Language & Science/Technology at Grade 9 -4

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

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Please Note : MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may also apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

Due to the nature of our business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant as a minimum to be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and capable of achieving the clearance levels mentioned above.