Quality Apprentice - Level 4

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Are you ready to shape a brighter future?
At Parker, we play a pivotal role in applications that change our world. We are in almost everything that moves. With our wide range of technologies, including in the clean tech space, we help our customers solve their most complex engineering challenges.
We believe that the future belongs to those with vision. That's why we're seeking team players who share our purpose of enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Is that you? Working at Parker means belonging to a passionate, dynamic and innovative team, empowered to make a difference.
Your responsibilities
* Handle customer complaints via Siebel, work with internal stakeholders for root cause analysis.
* Material Test Certification of product shipments to international and customer standards requirements.
* Report quality deviations to the Quality team, work with the team to deliver thorough CAPA measures by problem solving.
* Goods inwards inspection and documentation as required.
* Support the team with attending quality ANDON's in timely manner.
* Take part in any activities relating to the assurance of Quality such as internal audits/product audits.
* Support calibration of all measuring equipment.
* Supplier interaction and development - raise Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) and follow up.
* Support actions of the Quality Starpoint team.
* Attend classes and maintain good progress with studies submitting assignments and coursework in good time.
What you will learn
Through the Quality Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship, learners gain the practical knowledge, skills and behaviours required to support quality improvement across the organisation.

You will develop the ability to:
* Support and maintain quality management systems.
* Conduct internal audits and support audit preparation activities.
* Analyse data to identify trends, risks and improvement opportunities.
* Carry out root cause analysis and support corrective actions.
* Promote continuous improvement across teams and departments.
* Support compliance and contribute to more informed decision-making.
Who we are looking for
* A genuine interest in quality assurance, engineering, manufacturing, or technical operations.
* Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
* The ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
* Confidence working with documentation, records, and digital systems.
* A willingness to learn structured problem-solving and audit techniques.
* Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
* A proactive mindset and commitment to doing things correctly and safely.
* Applicants should have achieved a Level 3 qualification or equivalent before September 2026, ideally gained through an engineering-related apprenticeship or similar technical programme.
What we offer
* Solid employer present on the market for over 100 years.
* Career growth and opportunities: we hire from within!
* Attractive compensation packages designed to hire and retain the best talents in the industry.
* 25 days holiday (Jan - Dec), rising to 30 days with length of service.
* Health Cash Plan.
* Free gym onsite.
* Competitive pension scheme: 3% employee contribution and 5% employer contribution, increasing up to 7% employee and 10% employer contribution.
* Paid time off for volunteering in the local community.

If you don't find yourself in all points, apply anyway, because nobody is perfect and you can learn a lot with us!
Have we sparked your interest?
Then take your future into your own hands as soon as possible - we look forward to getting to know you. Please apply with your CV and Cover Letter directly online by 29th July 2026.

Parker Hannifin EMEA Sàrl ("PHEMEA"), based in Etoy, Switzerland, is the Principal Operating Company for Parker in the EMEA region. It is supported by a network of Parker Manufacturing Divisions and Sales Company Entities. The Instrumentation Group EMEA is a strategic business Group within PHEMEA. Instrumentation Products Division EMEA (IPDE) is a key service provider to PHEMEA.

Parker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on grounds of age, race, religion, ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation or disability in relation to recruitment and employment