Manufacturing Technician - Traineeship

The Manufacturing Technician Traineeship is designed for those wishing to pursue a role or aspire to work in an advanced manufacturing setting. It was launched in response to the growing number employment opportunities in the manufacturing industry sector in the West of Ireland.

* MSLETB accepts a number of different entry routes to the Manufacturing Technician Traineeship, depending on your own individual background. * Applicants must be 18 years or older, with eligibility to work, study and live in Ireland. The following criteria will inform candidate selection:

• This a QQI Level 6 traineeship, therefore candidates should have attained a L5 or equivalent educational achievement or have relevant work experience in a related area.
• Must be numerate and literate with a very good standard of English.
• The capacity to learn new skills and absorb varied product knowledge.
• A problem solver with the capacity to work as a member of a team and to communicate clearly with others.
• Good hand-to-eye coordination, mechanical aptitude and visual acuity is important
• Demonstrate a level of personal motivation and a clear desire to work in the field of technology. English Language Proficiency: This is a full-time course delivered entirely in the English language. Applicants must have a sufficient level of proficiency to use the English language to make and communicate meaning in spoken and written contexts while completing their program of study. If English is not your first language, you may be asked to complete a language assessment to determine your language proficiency according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). The proficiency required will depend on the level of award associated with your course of study Applicants must have permission to study and live in Ireland and have good verbal, comprehension, and written command of the English language. Applicants must demonstrate an ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out by the course and a clear desire to work in chosen subject area.