About
Employer description
We are technical experts in the design and manufacture of plastic injection mouldings. Working in partnership with you, we support your new product developments and existing moulding requirements from design to delivery. We manufacture a wide range of technical products, in a variety of engineering polymers, and supply markets such as healthcare, automotive, aerospace, electronics and consumer goods.
Main description
Merits Plastic Mouldings are technical experts in the design and manufacture of plastic injection mouldings. They are currently looking for an apprentice Production Technician to join and learn within their team.
Main roles and responsibilities:
- To undertake any relevant training courses to become a Production Technician on completion of the training.
- To learn how to start up and run production machines, including any trouble shooting and process improvement requirements following company work instructions.
- To learn how to carry out efficient and effective job change preparation.
- To learn how to monitor tool condition and maintenance.
- To learn how to carry out quality checks including first off submission.
- To learn how to maintain active inter-departmental co-ordination, communication and co-operation.
- To learn how to work in compliance with all statutory rules and regulations.
Entry requirements
Essential:
GCSE or Equivalent in Maths and English Grades 4-9.
Skills required
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Team working
Logical
Problem solving skills
Initiative
Training to be provided
The learner will be studying the Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
Day release to West Suffolk College.
Things to consider
Being a good communicator, being open, honest, and transparent are all advantageous attributes of the ideal candidate. As well as being willing and open to learning with a keen with an engineering interest.
Future prospects
Opportunity for a full-time role on completion of the apprenticeship
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 30/04/2026
Salary
£ 15808 per year
Location
This job is located in Diss, Norfolk
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.
