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Be You - Our people create our best Plexus.
Ingrained in our culture of inclusion is the philosophy that each individual offers diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that create great outcomes when we are united as a team.
We embrace the differences of all our colleagues, celebrate diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups and candidates, regardless of their background. We are proud to be registered as the Disability Confident committed employer, and we recruit purely on the basis of skills and experience.
Who we are and what we do?
We help our customers deliver products to the world which have a profound impact on people’s lives.
From ultrasound units and 3D printing to network security applications and in-flight Wi-Fi, we help create products that build a better world.
We’re a global team of experts who partner with our customers to bring their products to life through inspired innovation and world-class customer service.
Whether you’re looking to start, change, or advance your career find your path at Plexus and leave your mark on the world with us.
Graduate Apprentice
Plexus is offering a challenging, but exciting opportunity to join our team of engineers as part of our graduate apprenticeship programme. At the end of the programme you will have achieved a degree in Engineering: Design and Manufacture and gained four years of practical experience.
What we do at Plexus
We’re excited to help our customers deliver products to the world that have a profound impact on people’s lives. From ultrasound units and 3D printing to network security applications and in-flight Wi-Fi, we help create products that build a better world.
We’re a global team of over 19,000 Engineering, Manufacturing and Aftermarket Services experts that partner with our customers to bring their products to life through inspired innovation and world-class customer service.
About you
You will need to meet the university academic requirement to qualify for the programme (typically SQA Highers at BBBB to include Mathematics plus Physics or similar)
In addition the successful candidate must:
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Seize opportunities and exude high energy and enthusiasm
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Partner with others to get work done and work collaboratively to meet shared objectives
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Maintain relationships and exchange ideas and build networks
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Be able to apply new work requirements with minimal supervision
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Be proactive in seeking out opportunities to apply theory to the on the job part of the role
Why you will love it
Engaging and challenging work that will fulfill and develop you. People that support and inspire you to realize your full potential. A workplace centered on collaboration and integrity. At Plexus, we’re at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication and teamwork.
A Graduate Apprenticeship enables individuals to achieve a degree while being in full-time employment. A Graduate Apprenticeship (GA) provides a unique combination of work-based learning and academic study, enabling you to earn while you learn.
A Graduate Apprenticeship offers the opportunity to achieve a degree in the same timescale as a normal undergraduate degree, while building up four years' work experience at the same time.
Purpose Statement: The individual will complete their education via a combination of block release and structured on-the-job training, and are expected to achieve the appropriate degree within the duration of the programme.
Key Job Accountabilities:
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Competent in required job knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks.
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Able to apply new work requirements with minimal supervision.
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Is up-to-date on all certifications and training requirements for role.
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Consistently completes assignments or work requirements on time without compromising on quality.
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Uses time effectively to manage workload/tasks.
Additional Accountabilities:
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Supporting manufacturing operations as required.
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Ongoing demonstration of competence evidenced in Individual Learning Agreement
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Ongoing demonstration of Plexus’ Non-Negotiables.
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Achievement of Graduate Apprenticeship milestones.
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Additional duties as assigned.
Education/Experience Qualifications:
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Meets minimum entry requirements for the relevant degree programme.
Other Qualifications:
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An aptitude for learning and the ability to work as part of a team is essential.
Work Environment:
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The work setting is a manufacturing environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and a moderate noise level.
Our Company and Benefits
Be you. Ingrained in our culture of inclusion is the philosophy that each individual offers diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that create great outcomes when we are united as a team.
At Plexus, we are committed to local community involvement and to encouraging our employees to participate in outreach activities at local Schools, Universities and Colleges to promote careers in the STEM fields.
When you join, we want you to enjoy what you do and be rewarded for your contribution so we have a range of attractive benefits on offer:
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Bespoke development plan
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Online learning and formal development programs
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Full time, permanent employment contract
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Volunteer time off
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Many other attractive benefits
Why you will love it?
At Plexus, we’re at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication, and teamwork. Our employees work alongside a global team of experts who engage in projects that span a variety of industries – helping our customers in creating the products that build a better world.
At Plexus, you will find:
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A workplace centered on collaboration and integrity
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Supportive leadership teams that value work-life balance through a flexible work environment
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An inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds, experiences, and expertise
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Flexible career paths across a variety of disciplines
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Innovative design solutions and state-of-the-art technology that improves lives
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Through our commitment to local community involvement we encourage our employees to participate in outreach activities with charities, local Schools, Universities, and Colleges and to promote careers in the STEM fields
Additionally, when you join, we want you to enjoy what you do and be rewarded for your contribution, so we have a range of attractive benefits on offer:
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Bespoke development plan
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Online learning and formal development programs
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Full-time, permanent employment contract
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Enhanced pension contributions
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33 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
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Paid family leave
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Private medical insurance
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Group income protection insurance
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
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Cycle to work scheme
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Volunteer time off
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Flexible Hybrid Working Available (role dependent)
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Life assurance
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Occupational health
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Vision care discounts
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Discount schemes
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Company sick pay scheme
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Onsite gym/ discounted gym
Application Process
We don’t look for culture fit, but culture add. We value all the perspectives our team brings to the table, and we want to hear from YOU. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions, and will look at candidates holistically, balancing work, education and additional experiences.
