Continuous Improvement & Compliance Apprentice
EPWIN GROUP PLC · Telford, TF3 3AT
Improvement technician (level 3)
The Continuous Improvement & Compliance Apprentice will work closely with the Head of Continuous Improvement & Compliance and the wider team to identify opportunities for improvement across the business.
The work
Day to day tasks will include:
- Support the identification of areas for improvement across manufacturing, warehouse and business processes
- Assist with analysing processes, identifying root causes and recommending practical solutions
- Help plan, implement and monitor continuous improvement projects using Lean tools and techniques
- Collect and analyse performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies and opportunities to reduce costs
- Work alongside the Head of Continuous Improvement & Compliance and wider teams to support improvement activities
- Assist with risk assessments and accident investigations, helping identify root causes and prevent reoccurrence
- Support BSI and ISO audits, ensuring documentation and procedures are maintained and up to date
- Help monitor non-conformances and identify opportunities to improve product quality and customer experience
- Track project progress against agreed deadlines, quality standards and cost targets
- Communicate with colleagues and stakeholders to promote best practice and encourage a culture of continuous improvement
Training
- The programme runs for approximately 16 months, consisting of 13 months of structured learning followed by a 3-month gateway and End-Point Assessment (EPA) period
- The apprentice will attend the training centre, In-Comm Training, Telford, TF3 3AJ for a series of workshops
Training provider: IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
What you come out with
- Full Time opportunity to progress and move within departments at Epwin
- Possible opportunity to continue and progress onto the HNC Level 4
- Opportunity for progression and further training and development within the business
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Team working
- Clean and tidy approach
- Punctual and adaptable
- Work on own initiative
- Positive approach
- Work driven
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE Maths, English and Science 9-4
Things to consider
Must be able to travel to the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Telford TF3 3AJ, as well as the company site in Telford, Stafford Park.
The employer
Founded in 1976, the Epwin Group has changed significantly from its origins as one of the first PVC-U window fabrication businesses in the UK. In July 2014, the Epwin Group was listed on the London Stock Exchange AIM market starting a new era in its history. The Group has grown both organically and by acquisition to become the leading manufacturer of energy efficient and low maintenance building products for the Repair, Maintenance and Improvement, social housing and new build markets in the UK. The Group serves the trade, retail, new build and social housing sectors through a nationwide network of merchants, plastics stockists, window, door and conservatory manufacturers and installers. Our products are designed and manufactured in-house to suit the needs of our end-user markets and are sold under established and trusted brands. We have a wide product range to cater for all requirements and are constantly investing and innovating in new processes, products and services.
Workplace
- Stafford Park 6, Telford, TF3 3AT