Job Description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

OUR VISION:

Being the customer service company in the world.

OUR PURPOSE:

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #:

034382 Apprentice Quality Engineer (18+) (Evergreen) (Open)

Location: Greif, Ellesmere Port

Apprenticeship Duration: 2 Years

Career Progression: Quality Engineer

Do you have an interest in quality, engineering, and manufacturing? Do you enjoy problem-solving? Do you like understanding how things work and how to make them better?

We are recruiting an Apprentice Quality Engineer to join our Quality team at Ellesmere Port. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a long-term career in Quality Engineering within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Our Apprentice Quality Engineer role gives you the chance to learn on the job, gain a nationally recognised qualification, and progress into a professional Quality Engineer role in a manufacturing environment.

This is a hands-on, paid apprenticeship with real responsibility, mentoring, and clear career progression.

What You’ll Learn - Over 2 years, you’ll gain experience in:

✅ Quality inspections and testing

✅ Manufacturing processes (steel drums & IBCs)

✅ Problem-solving and root cause analysis

✅ UN packaging regulations

✅ Quality systems (ISO 9001 & ISO 17025)

✅ Continuous improvement projects

You’ll be supported every step of the way by experienced Quality Engineers.

What We’re Looking For - You don’t need experience — just the right attitude.

✅ Interest in engineering, quality, or manufacturing

✅ Good attention to detail

✅ Willingness to learn and develop

✅ Enjoys working as part of a team

✅ GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths & English

What We Offer

· Fully supported apprenticeship programme

· On-the-job training in a real manufacturing environment

· Mentoring from experienced Quality Engineers

· Clear progression to Quality Engineer on successful completion

Interested applicants should email their CV and covering letter to lois.griffiths@greif.com Closing dates for applications 2nd June 2026

Please note we will be advertising internally and externally to recruit for the above role, and all applications will be considered equally.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.

Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif

EEO Statement:

https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.