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

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/quality-project-engineering-apprentice-127123161