Join our Early Careers Programme – Engineering (Automation) Apprenticeship opportunity … commencing Summer 2025

STADA Thornton & Ross is one of UK's fastest-growing producers of consumer healthcare products including Covonia, Savlon, Nizoral, Cetraben and Zoflora. Our Specialty and Generic medicines also address therapeutic areas including dermatology, bone health, kidney disease and more. With more than 700 employees, we’re proud that our growth journey is supporting Britain’s wellbeing in multiple settings, including consumer healthcare, hospital, primary care, pharmacy and homecare.

Our mission is Caring for People’s Health as a Trusted Partner, and we’re always looking out for talented people to join our team and support our exciting growth plan.

STADA UK Thornton & Ross – Engineering (Automation)Apprentice

Huddersfield |U.K.| Full-time | Fixed-Term 50 months

In this newly created role, you will be immersed in the Engineering team at STADA. You will work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining valuable experience in Automation, troubleshooting systems and equipment, while learning to maintain software, robotics, and machinery in the organisation. 

This role is specifically aimed at an GCSE, A-Level or T-Level student who is looking for the first step on the career ladder. Alongside your role as the Automation Apprentice, you will undertake the 48-month Automation and Controls Engineering (Level 4) Apprenticeship to achieve your qualification through a mixture of on-site and online academic learning. 

How You Will Make an Impact

On a day to day basis your key responsibilities will include:

Supporting Front Line Manufacturing: Engage in hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving for PLC systems, gaining valuable experience in real-time issue resolution.Designing and Testing Automation: Assisting development and testing automation equipment and processes, enhancing your understanding of cutting-edge technologies.Programming New Components: Learn how to program new automated components, expanding your technical expertise.Eliminating Defects: Work on identifying and eliminating defects and errors in product and machine operations, honing your analytical skills.Software and Hardware Maintenance: Gain practical experience in maintaining both software and hardware systems.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will:

Educated to at least A-Level, with a minimum of two A-Level passes at grade C or above in a mathematical-based subject and a science, technology, engineering or an additional mathematics-related subject (or predicted grades if completing A levels in summer 2025). Have a keen interest in robotics, AI and machine learning as well as project management. Have an interest in computer programming and software development. Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage various stakeholders in person, by phone, chat messaging and email. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines. Good IT skills with a proven ability to use Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel and Outlook. High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

How we care for you

At Thornton & Ross our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return:

Competitive starting salary of £17,500 and an annual bonus scheme.

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.

On-site subsidised canteen.

Health benefits provided through our Medicash Health Cash Plan

Free winter flu jab.

Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.

Cycle to Work Scheme.

Enhanced Family Leave.

Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.

STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.

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