Improvement Technician Apprentice
We are seeking a proactive and analytical individual to join our team as a Level 3 Improvement Technician Apprentice. This role will support key improvement projects across production and sales, focusing on digitisation, communication, and sustainability.
Role
- Maintain and improve communication between production and sales teams
- Support the introduction and implementation of the ODOO system, open-source cloud based modular system for business and production management.
- Improve data accuracy and usage across departments
- Assist in managing stock waste to ensure no cheese goes out of date
- Support the transition to a just-in-time delivery model for wholesalers
- Contribute to sustainability initiatives and effective waste management
- Participate in costings and viability assessments for more efficient working and new equipment, e.g. a larger vat, Double makes, third cheese
Training
This apprenticeship offers a pathway into roles focused on business improvement, project management, operations, and sustainability within the food production industry. Successful candidates may progress into permanent roles or further training.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Improvement technician (level 3)
- Training Provider
- UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP
- Working Week
- Shift working pattern, including some weekends.
- Expected Duration
- 1 Year 2 Months
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Monday, 5th January 2026
- Start Date
- Tuesday, 24th February 2026
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Willingness to learn
- Proactive attitude
- Interest in food production
- Interest in sustainability
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
- Maths GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
About the Employer
TRETHOWAN'S DAIRY LTD
Trethowans Dairy Ltd is a renowned artisan cheese producer known for its high-end products such as Gorwydd Caerphilly and Pitchfork Cheddar. We are committed to, quality, and innovation in our production processes. Our cheeses are distributed through respected wholesalers including Neal’s Yard Dairy, The Fine Cheese Co., and our own Borough Market stall. We also work with exporters who bring our cheeses to a wider audience from across the globe.