Job title: Manufacturing apprentice – Melting
Location: Royston – UK (On Site role)
World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net‑zero! As a Manufacturing apprentice in Melting, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.
Responsibilities
- Support metal melting and casting processes, including preparing materials.
- Operate equipment under supervision while following work instructions, schedules, and quality standards.
- Maintain a clean, safe workspace and carry out basic quality checks and production record‑keeping.
- Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures, while completing a National Vocational qualification and supporting additional tasks as required.
The role is based at our Royston site, with a requirement to attend college at least one day per week.
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 18 with at least 4 GCSEs (Grade A–C / 9–4), including English, Maths, and Science, or a relevant Level 2 apprenticeship.
- No prior experience required, but a clear interest in manufacturing or engineering.
- Strong commitment to high health and safety standards.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop within a manufacturing environment.
- Able to build and maintain positive working relationships.
Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!
Due to the nature of this role applicants must be non‑smokers and have been free from nicotine products for at least 3 months.
What we offer
- Retirement savings.
- Share plans.
- Saving accounts.
- Life Assurance and Income Protection.
- Medical plans / health assessments.
- Fitness discounts.
We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing.
At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
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