Apprenticeship · Level 4
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- 4-year apprenticeship towards Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Standard.
- Starting salary of £21,000, rising annually, plus bonus and benefits.
- Requires 5 GCSEs (inc. English, Maths, Science) and specific Level 3 qualifications (e.g., 3 A-Levels including Maths or Physics, T-Level, or equivalent).
- Based at Mars Petcare in Melton Mowbray, with travel to Loughborough College.
- Applications reviewed regularly and may close early.
About the Role
This is a 4-year apprenticeship working towards the Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard in Engineering Manufacturing Technician. You will participate in training courses and team-building events while tackling real challenges and taking on responsibility.
What We're Looking For
- An interest in engineering and advanced manufacturing.
- A problem-solving mindset and a desire to understand how things work.
- A proactive attitude with strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel to our Melton Mowbray site and Loughborough College.
- Must be 16+ by 6th September 2027.
- Five GCSEs at Grade C/4 (or above) including English, Maths, and Science.
- 3 A Levels including either Maths or Physics at a C or above / an Engineering T Level / an Extended Diploma in Engineering / or progression from a Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship (or equivalent Level 3 qualification).
- Must not have already studied the L4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborating with Engineers and Technical Leads to maintain, improve, and innovate production systems.
- Using root cause analysis and diagnostic tools to solve complex issues and improve equipment performance.
- Working across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the reliability and efficiency of manufacturing assets.
- Learning how to manage projects, document technical processes, and support decision-making with data.
- Developing technical leadership skills.
What Mars Offers
- Work with diverse and talented Associates, guided by the Five Principles.
- Join a purpose-driven company striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
- Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to in-house Mars University.
- An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.