Production Apprentice

Job Description

Overview

As a Production Apprentice you will undertake a comprehensive training programme to learn all tasks required as a member of our Production teams. The role is full time, based in Auchinleck, UK, and will lead to an SCQF Level 2 qualification in Wood and Timber Industries.

Responsibilities

• Shadow experienced Production Operators in all areas of the Production department.
• Support plant utilisation and efficiency initiatives.
• Work on a range of projects across the site and prepare short presentations on progress.
• Attend other locations across EGGER UK as required.

Qualifications

• Good standard of secondary education with National 5 qualifications or equivalent in Maths/Applications of Maths and English.
• Basic standard of IT skills and competent use of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
• Self motivated learner with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old by 31 December 2026 to be eligible for the apprenticeship.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and pension scheme (including life assurance).
• Private Health Cash Plan.
• Annual Christmas bonus and gift.
• Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks.
• 23 days holiday.
• Company pension scheme, learning and development opportunities, and travel/fuel payment.
• Access to on site restaurant, free fruit on a weekly basis and free parking in staff car park.
• Chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries.
• Environmental and sustainability focused employer with tailored training and career development opportunities.
• Opportunities to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.

Additional Information

From January 2027 the role will require working a rotating 12 hour shift pattern (06:00-18:00 and 18:00-06:00). Apprentices under 18 cannot legally undertake night or industrial work.

Contact: Philip Maloney, HR – T .