Dairy Technologist Apprentice

Müller UK & Ireland focuses on continuous learning to develop, not only the business, but their people. We are now recruiting Level 5 Apprenticeship Dairy Technologists across their Milk & Ingredients sites (Bridgwater, Hanworth, Manchester, Market Drayton and Severnside).

**About Müller Milk & Ingredients**

Müller Milk & Ingredients aims to be Britain’s private-label dairy leader and produces branded and private-label fresh milk, cream, butter, and ingredients products. It boasts a network of dairies and depots servicing customers throughout the country. Müller UK & Ireland focuses on continuous learning to develop, not only the business, but their people.

We are now recruiting Dairy Technologist Apprentices for our sites in Bridgwater, Hanworth, Manchester, Market Drayton and Severnside, who are at the heart of their operation with a ‘finger on the pulse’ of key manufacturing points. You’ll find genuine team spirit and a culture where each person is truly prized. Müller is a place where you can achieve your ambitions within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. Join us as we continue to grow, improve, and make today even better than yesterday.

**About the role**

This 2-year Apprenticeship will prepare you to become a top-class Müller professional for their Technical, Continuous Improvement, Production, Process and Quality teams. And they'll provide the right environment for you to take on a variety of tasks. Your key responsibilities will include:

- Getting involved in aspects of manufacturing, process and optimisation
- Understanding how a dairy operation works
- Working towards achieving a Level 5 Advanced Dairy Technologist qualification

The learning won’t stop there though. It’s a life’s journey, a career, a passion Further development and training opportunities are available for those who want to pursue these

You will receive your training through distance learning modules and on-site at the training provider’s facility. The remaining time will be spent putting the know-how to practice and good use in the business - all helped and nurtured by workplace mentors. You will also complete 3 month placements in rotation, throughout the company to help you develop as you learn.

**Who we are looking for?**

You will need to meet the following entry requirements:

- A minimum of 3 GCSEs in Maths, English, and a Science; plus 1 A level or equivalent, preferably in Maths or Science
- Flexibility to work away from home during college block programmes
- Full UK Driving Licence is preferred
- Must not be engaged in other full-time education at time of joining
- Must be living in the UK

And if you have a few or more of the below personal qualities, we'd love to hear from you:

- Commitment, energy, drive, and dedication to work hard
- Dedication to achieve a Dairy Technology qualification
- Passion and drive to have a long and successful career in the dairy industry
- Attention to detail
- Strength of character to ask questions and challenge how things are done
- Ability to work on your own initiative
- Good communication skills - written and oral
- Ability to work alone and as part of a wider team in a busy environment
- The ability to work at pace
- A proactive approach to continued professional development
- Time planning with others
- Problem-solving skills
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office

**What’s in it for you?**

Investing in Dairy Technologist Apprentices is crucial to the future success of Müller. You’ll receive the highest standard of training, working alongside their champions in the field. As well as guidance that truly embraces your talent, so you can enjoy a purpose-driven career.

At the end of the Apprenticeship programme, you will gain the following qualifications:

- Level 5 Apprenticeship AND a Foundation Degree in Dairy Technology
- Level 3 Food Safety
- Level 3 HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point)
- Level 3 Health and Safety

You will also benefit from:

- A full-time role of 40 hours per week
- A competitive salary
- Make some friends for life - true professionals

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Hanworth:
Manchester:

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