Manufacturing Apprentice

Location: Saffron Walden (CB10)
Duration: Apprenticeship
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Apprentice Wage
Job Reference: 35786

We're delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a dynamic and growing engineering firm, currently seeking a motivated apprentice to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a key support role while completing a formal qualification through day release at a local college.

You'll be actively involved in the day-to-day operations of a busy production environment, supporting logistics and supply chain functions, with varied tasks including:
*Assisting the Supply Chain Manager in purchasing and sourcing activities
*Organising stores and handling goods in/out, including packaging and inspections
*Processing inventory and stock movements using internal systems
*Supporting the build team and assisting in test preparations
*Managing and maintaining accurate inventory records
*Kitting jobs to meet production requirements
*Conducting monthly and annual stock checks
*Supporting outgoing shipments and goods out processes
*Reducing slow-moving or obsolete stock
*Working across multiple departments to gain business-wide insight

Training and Development:
*You will be enrolled in a suitable Engineering/Manufacturing apprenticeship programme delivered by a local college via day release.
*You'll gain a nationally recognised qualification alongside real-world experience.
*You'll also benefit from cross-departmental exposure, building a broad understanding of how a modern manufacturing business operates.

Requirements:
*Enthusiastic, proactive and eager to learn
*Interested in engineering, manufacturing or logistics
*Comfortable working with systems and processes
*Team players with good communication skills
*Ideally hold GCSEs in Maths, English and Science (or equivalent)

No previous experience required - full training will be provided!