Apprentice Dairy Technician - Level 3
The Lake District, Cumbria
Are you ready to dive into the world of dairy and learn from the best in the business? Join us at First Milk as an Apprentice Dairy Technician and embark on a fun and rewarding journey!
The Company
First Milk is a wholly British farmer-owned dairy co-operative with a vision to create value for members by delivering long-term prosperity in the form of success, profitability, security and wellbeing.
Owned by the family farms that supply us with milk and invest capital in the business, we produce award-winning cheddar, regional cheeses and dairy ingredients, as well as marketing fresh raw milk to many other UK dairy processors.
We work together as one team, with a relentless focus on efficiency and quality, to deliver competitive total returns to our farmer members. We put customers at the heart of our business, creating value through strong, long-term partnerships.
We now have a fantastic opportunity for an Apprentice Dairy Technician to join our team at our Lake District Creamery on a full-time basis for a two year, level 3 apprenticeship programme, starting in September 2024.
The Benefits
- Salary of £23,088 per annum (pro rata)
- 26 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension
- Join an organisation where every team member is encouraged to make a difference
This is an outstanding opportunity to join our award-winning company and dive into a career that's both fun and rewarding, gaining top-notch training and practical experience.
You'll be guided by experienced professionals who are eager to share their knowledge and help you grow. It's the perfect blend of practical experience and academic learning.
What's more, by the end of your apprenticeship, you'll have an accredited qualification that's a great asset for your future in the dairy industry!
Ready to join a committed and friendly team? Apply now and start your rewarding journey with First Milk!
The Role
As an Apprentice Dairy Technician, you'll be guided by our experienced operatives, learning all the skills needed to excel in this vital role at our creamery.
You'll get to be part of the magic that goes into making our delicious dairy products as your efforts help to ensure we produce only the finest quality items.
Alongside your daily tasks, you'll complete a Level 3 Food and Drink Process Operator Course at Reaseheath College over two years. Plus, you'll get to attend training sessions and workshops to boost your skills even more.
We will ensure you are trained in all aspects of dairy produce production, including:
- Conducting checks to make sure everything meets our high standards
- Keeping our documentation spot-on
- Ensuring we're always following health and safety rules
About You
To be considered as an Apprentice Dairy Technician, you will need:
- To be qualified to at least level 4 (Grade C) in GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent)
- Good communication skills
- A willingness to learn
- To be over the age of 18 (with the ability to stay away from home for college)
The closing date for this role is 2nd August 2024.
Other organisations may call this role Apprentice Technician, Apprentice Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Operative, Apprentice Manufacturing Technician, or Service Technician Apprentice.
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