About
Employer description
Sofina Foods in Haverhill is a meat processing plant, operating a low risk processing area and high risk slicing area. It operates in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on food safety, hygiene, and quality standards across all stages of production.
Main description
Sofina Foods in Haverhill is a busy food production site specialising in high-quality meat processing and packaged food products for major retail and foodservice customers. The team in Haverhill are looking to recruit for an Apprentice Engineer.
Observe daily maintenance of:
- Packaging machines
- Retail machines, including labellers, pneumatics, nitrogen equipment, air blasts, and steam cookers.
- Vacuum packing machines, vacuum pumps, and film over-wrapping machines.
- Learn the basics of maintaining and servicing temperature control equipment.
- Observe breakdown responses and learn how problems are diagnosed and resolved to maintain production flow.
Entry requirements
Essential:
Maths and English GCSE Grades 5-9 or equivalent
Skills required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Training to be provided
The learner will be studying the Engineering Maintenance Technician - Dual discipline Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
Day release to West Suffolk College.
Things to consider
The factory has both hot and cold areas that you will be expected to work in.
Future prospects
Opportunity of a full time role on completion of the apprenticeship.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 30/06/2026
Salary
£ 26437 per year
Location
This job is located in Haverhill, Suffolk
How to Apply
About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
