About
Employer description
HERMA UK Ltd is a world leader in the manufacturer of self-adhesive label application systems. We have a worldwide customer base which consists of Blue Chip companies across a broad spectrum of markets, including the Toiletry, Cosmetic, Pharmaceutical and Food industries. HERMA has 2 sites in the UK, Haverhill being part of the machinery division. In Haverhill we currently have a team of 43, which will grow with our natural growth plans over the next years. World wide HERMA has in excess of 1000 employees, with a turn over of around 300 million pounds per year.
Main description
HERMA UK manufacture labelling equipment from a factory in Haverhill. A very clean professional environment, with 47 employees. They have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice to join the team.
HERMA Uk Ltd specializes in designing and building high specification, high quality labelling equipment. As you develop, you will be trained in a range of activities, including Precision engineering and machine assembly, lathe work, milling work, Pillar drilling and using hand power tools, and hand tooling. Marking out and populating electrical back panels, wiring electrical back panels, Assembly of the back panel into the machine. Machine wiring, and final Electrical checks before initial power is supplied to the equipment.
Your role as Mechatronic Engineering Apprentice will be to:
Build your skills through on the job training and practice alongside attending college and working towards a qualification in Mechatronic Engineering
Integrate into the HERMA manufacturing facility and become part of the team
Learn how to follow mechanical and electrical drawings.
Develop best practise and expertise in machine building from a kit of manufactured parts within HERMA.
Assist other team members in any required tasks, and take each opportunity as a learning experience.
Entry requirements
Be able to display a broad academic ability with good all round GCSE performance grades 5-9 or A-C in Maths and English is essential.
Skills required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Initiative
Training to be provided
Full Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
Things to consider
-Regular pay reviews. -Company work wear. -Supplied tools. -In house engineer as a mentor. -Travel to college will be subsidised by the company.
Future prospects
Successful Completion of the Mechatronic Engineering Apprentice scheme within HERMA UK Ltd can result in a permanent position within the manufacturing facility. The company has a firm belief of reward through skills, and as an apprentice gains experience and worth to the business will find that their salary will grow along with their experience.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 30/06/2025
Salary
£ 14722.50 per year
Location
This job is located in Haverhill, Suffolk
How to Apply
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