Lubrication Apprentice
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026. Essity scores A on the Alion truth index.
Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and do you have machine lubrication & greasing experience along with general mechanical/technical understanding? Are you looking to progress your career at a local manufacturing company that prides itself on high performance and producing quality products whilst being fully focused on health and safety?
Essity is a market leading health and hygiene company and our Oakenholt Mill, Flint is a great place to continue and develop your career.
About the Role
Our focus is on continuous improvement and maintaining an excellent H&S environment. As a Lubrication & Greasing Operator working days Monday to Friday, you will play a key part in ensuring that our fast-paced papermaking machines and equipment operate effectively through organised and regular lubrication & greasing, to meet the demands of a 24/7 production environment.
What You Will Do
With a good safety focus you will be responsible for the regular lubrication and greasing of the sites machine and equipment and work on medium and longer-term projects to improve the efficiencies of the site. Day to day your responsibilities will include:
Completing regular lubrication and greasing activities on site machinery and equipment
Management of the oil and grease stock control process
Completion of vibration analysis on identified machinery and equipment
Utilise and review condition and monitoring systems
Perform Planned Preventative maintenance
Who you are
- Completed the Level 2 Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations (PEO)
- As a Lubrication & Greasing Apprentice, you will have:
- An interest in engineering and manufacturing, with a willingness to learn about rolls, pumps, gearboxes and motors
- A willingness to learn how condition monitoring processes and equipment are used
- A willingness to work towards a recognised technical qualification as part of your apprenticeship
- An interest in practical problem-solving and developing skills to identify technical / machine issues
- Basic organisational skills and a willingness to learn how to prioritise tasks with guidance
- Good communication skills and a willingness to ask questions and learn from others
- Basic PC skills, including familiarity with Excel and Word
- A reliable approach to completing tasks and meeting agreed deadlines with support
What We Can Offer You
Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere.
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