Job Overview
Are you a recent Engineering graduate or taking a gap year from your degree?
Looking for hands-on experience in a real manufacturing environment?
We're offering a 12-month internship at our Birmingham manufacturing site, where you'll gain practical experience in production engineering, quality improvement, and new product introduction.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to build real-world engineering experience and make a visible impact.
Duties
* Building and improving workstations, assembly jigs, and test equipment
* Creating and updating SOPs and work instructions
* Supporting new product launches and product transfers- Helping improve quality, efficiency, and lean workflows
* Setting up Poka-Yoke (error-proofing) fixtures- Supporting 5S / 6S and continuous improvement initiatives
* You'll work closely with production and engineering teams, gaining real responsibility and developing practical skills that will set you up for a career in Manufacturing, Production, or Quality Engineering.
* Management and planning of equipment maintenance and or calibration - (such as SMT machines - Air line and Air extraction systems )
* To schedule, plan and conduct routine maintenance checks & completion of all required documentation
* To arrange external contract maintenance / repair
* Routine testing of ESD facilities and work benches plus documentation
Qualifications
* An Engineering graduate (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial or similar) or a student on a gap year - Advantageous
* Someone practical, proactive, and keen to learn
* Ability to interpret engineering drawings (desirable)
* Interest in lean manufacturing and problem solving
* Strong organisational skills with an eye for detail
* Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
* Good communication skills and a professional attitude
* Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing priorities
* Basic numeracy and literacy skills are required
* Must be reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards of work
This position offers a rewarding environment for motivated individuals seeking career growth. We value professionalism, initiative, and a proactive approach from all applicants.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Do you have Rights to Work in the UK ?
Work Location: In person