Polymer Apprentice
As a polymer apprentice you will undergo a two-year training programme with SERC to become a skilled trainee technical operative. This role involves learning to operate and maintain polymer production machinery, ensuring product quality and adhering to safety standards. Apprentices will receive comprehensive training in Polymer technology, materials handling and processing techniques, preparing them for a successful career in the industry.
In this role you will be at Brett Martin 4 days per week and complete one day in SERC’s Lisburn campus where you will earn a Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and a PAAVQ-SET Level 3 Certificate in Polymer Operations upon successful completion.
About the role
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in ensuring that production materials are supplied to machines according to specified requirements.
Learn to set up, start up, and control production machinery and ancillary equipment under supervision.
Understand and maintain the production process in accordance with required quality standards.
Support in ensuring that finished products meet predetermined standards and specifications.
Learn to deal with non-conforming materials, processes, and products following company procedures.
Adhere to and promote high standards of safety, housekeeping, and cleanliness in the workplace.
Participate in safety training and implement safety practices learned.
Learn to complete output and product output sheets accurately and document any issues relating to scrap or downtime.
Engage actively in all training modules including Health & Safety in the Workplace, Polymer Technology, Plastics Materials, Plastics Processing, and Polymer Process Engineering.
Participate in continuous learning and improvement activities to gain comprehensive knowledge of polymer processes and procedures.
What you will need
Required criteria
- 5 GCSE grade A-C or equivalent (predictive grades if applying prior to getting your results)
- Commitment to working in a busy manufacturing environment
- Good communication and team work skills
- Attention to detail and a focus on quality
Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity
Production Operations
Brett Martin
With more than sixty years of plastic manufacturing experience, servicing a diverse range of industries, our success has been built on a unique combination of great people, great products and a desire to go further on behalf of our customers around the world.
At Brett Martin, you’ll join a workplace where our teams have created a positive working and learning environment. We have career pathways for everyone, whether you’re looking for a specific office role or would like to work hands-on with products. No matter which area of the business you join, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and develop a rewarding career.
Brett Martin, established in 1958, is a leading independent manufacturing company based in Northern Ireland, employing around 1,000 people across its UK sites. With a head office in Mallusk, Co. Antrim, it specializes in plastic sheets, roof light systems, and plumbing and drainage products. Known for its commitment to investment in technology, sustainability, innovation, and employee development, Brett Martin is a top Northern Ireland employer. The company boasts a turnover of £195 million, 50% of export sales to over 70 countries, and 25% of its operations are sustainably powered.
Our benefits
Brett Martin offers a comprehensive range of rewards and benefits to its employees. The company is committed to safeguarding the health, safety, and wellbeing of its staff by providing life assurance, safety wear, HR support, and free car parking. In terms of pay and benefits, employees enjoy competitive salaries, profit-related pay, uniform allowance, and an employer contributory pension scheme. Brett Martin also invests in the development of its employees through access to training courses, progression opportunities, and travel experiences. The company fosters a positive working environment with charity and fun day events, team building initiatives, service-linked holidays, and suggestion scheme rewards.
Retirement plan and/or pension
Free parking
Cycle to work
Open office
Life insurance
Long service recognition
Wellbeing Scheme
Work With Charities
Social Opportunities
Annual Rise
Profit Share
Employee of the Month
Employee Recognition Scheme
Annual performance review
Culture of recognition
On the job learning
Progression opportunities
Access to Health & Wellbeing app
Long service awards
Service recognition increases to annual leave
Staff celebration events
Polymer Apprentice
With more than sixty years of plastic manufacturing experience, servicing a diverse range of industries, our success has been built on a unique combination of great people, great products and a desire to go further on behalf of our customers around the world.