Apprentice Manufacturing Engineer 📍 Stockport. This role will be based at our Stockport Manufacturing facility where you may work shift patterns so you will need to be able to travel to site.

To get on this prestigious apprenticeship programme we require 5’s or C’s in your GCSE English and Maths. Please include your certificates in your application.

Ready to manufacture your future? 🏭We're inviting passionate individuals to begin an exciting journey with us as an Apprentice Manufacturing Engineer. If you're intrigued by a hands-on role in a production environment and ready to launch your career, this is your chance to do so.

At our production facility we produce fire suppression products that are shipped worldwide. As a manufacturing engineer you will play a key role in the production process of our products. Come, be a part of our team and make a real difference🚀

What You’ll Be Up To:

• As part of your day, you'll work in the world of manufacturing, production planning, managing and reviewing of production schedules
• You'll work together with our production engineering team, who are at the heart of our globally shipped bespoke fire suppression systems
• You'll spend significant time working with our qualified manufacturing engineers who will show you the ropes and train you in the skills necessary to become a successful manufacturing engineer
• You'll be exposed to the intriguing realms of design and processing engineering, as well as cutting-edge robotics and 3D printing. You'll learn how to set ambitious yet achievable output and quality objectives, keep a close eye on expenditure, and master the art of forecasting resource output
• We'll train you on the design and planning of layouts for assembly and materials handling, and you'll have the chance to adapt machine or equipment design. You'll learn the sequence of operations and develop manufacturing processes that make a difference
• You'll also familiarise yourself with lean manufacturing techniques designed to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in production processes

Who We Are

Johnson Controls is a global leader in technology and industry, serving customers in over 150 countries. We create intelligent buildings, energy-efficient solutions, and integrated infrastructure that drive progress. As an apprentice, you'll be part of our mission to shape a better tomorrow making buildings safer, smarter and more sustainable. Learn more about us here.

Where You’ll Train:🎓 Tameside College
📚 Level 3 Engineering and manufacturing support technician
🧠 Mix of college learning and hands-on mentoring. College is in a day release format on site

What You’ll Need:✅ GCSEs in English & Maths-Grade 5 (C) or above
✅ Comfortable working at heights
✅ Good Physical health, the job can be labour intensive at times
✅ Good vibes: team spirit, hardworking, communication skills, and a love for technology and Engineering

Perks & Pay:💰 £15,808 starting salary
🛠️ All equipment + uniform + gear
📅 25 days holiday + bank holidays
💼 Access to Company pension scheme, overtime payments where applicable

Next Steps:📧 Send your CV, English and Maths certificates- Grade 5 or C’s
📞 If your application stands out, you will have a chat with our Talent Acquisition team
🛠️ Smash the screening call and you will be invited to attend an assessment centre
🎉 Start your journey in late summer 2026!

Deadline to apply: Friday 10th April 2026

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