Quality and Project Engineering Apprentice
MEC COM LIMITED, Hopton, Staffordshire
Quality and Project Engineering Apprentice
£16,224 a year
MEC COM LIMITED, Hopton, Staffordshire
- Full time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 1 week ago, 30 Jul | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: 21-08-2026 (In 15 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Hopton, Staffordshire
Full Job Description
Introduction
Mec-Com are looking to recruit an enthusiastic apprentice to join their team. You will assist experienced quality engineers with the inspection and testing of materials, planning and executing projects and work closely with engineers to understand manufacturing processes and equipment.
About the Employer
As one of the UK’s largest independent contract manufacturers, we are continuously developing our capabilities to ensure that we can respond to the everchanging requirements of our Customers.
With over 250 employees and a combined shop-floor space of 11,000 m2 across our two manufacturing sites, Mec Com in the UK, and European Fabrications in Romania, we provide competitive solutions to market leading businesses around the globe.
Ongoing capital investment and the implementation of lean manufacturing techniques have created a truly flexible and cost-effective manufacturing environment.
With 2 decades of success behind us you can have confidence in the quality of both our products and our service.
What You'll Do
In this role you will:
Quality Control:
- Assist in inspecting and testing materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards
- Collaborate with the quality team to identify and address product defects, deviations, and non-conformities
- Learn and implement quality control procedures to maintain and improve product quality
Project Management:
- Support project managers in planning, executing, and closing projects within established timelines and budgets
- Assist in coordinating project activities, ensuring effective communication among team members and stakeholders
- Learn project management tools and methodologies to contribute to project success
Engineering:
- Work closely with the engineering team to understand manufacturing processes and equipment
- Participate in troubleshooting and problem-solving activities related to equipment and process issues
- Gain hands-on experience in implementing engineering solutions for process improvement
Training Outcome
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be a full-time position available within the business.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Interest in Engineering
- Willingness to learn
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - Maths and English - 9-5
Course Information
Course: Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Engineering and manufacturing
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday - Thursday, 7.00am - 5:15pm.
Expected Duration: 3 Years
Training Provider: IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED