Quality & EHS (Q-EHS) Apprentice

Fortive

Norwich, United Kingdom

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for entry-level candidates with foundational knowledge of ISO standards who can work autonomously and engage in cross-functional collaboration within a manufacturing environment.

Best fit for

Entry-level candidates with foundational knowledge of ISO standards and a willingness to engage in process improvement initiatives
— “Develop knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements”
Individuals who thrive in a collaborative, hands-on environment with site leadership and employees
— “Interacts daily with site Leadership, and supervisors and employees to communicate Q-EHS information”
Candidates interested in progressing to Quality Engineer roles through structured training and development
— “Potential to progress within the role to Quality Engineer, following proven training pathways”

Things to consider

The role involves autonomous responsibilities, requiring self-motivation and initiative without direct supervision
— “Operating autonomously to maintain and improve the FPM Quality Management System”
Participation in continuous improvement events, such as Kaizens, is expected and may require flexibility
— “May be required to undertake tasks at other Fluke sites”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with quality management systems and data collation using Microsoft Office tools
— “PC Literacy including Microsoft Office”
Demonstrate problem-solving skills with tools like 5 Why and Fishbone Analysis in your resume or interview responses
— “Learn and apply quality improvement and problem-solving tools such as 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis, CAPA and FMEA”
Showcase your ability to conduct training and presentations in your application materials
— “Excellent communication skills, ability to conduct training and presentations”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

Maintain and improve quality and EHS management systems
Promote a safety-first culture
Conduct thorough incident and nonconformance investigations
Compile and present KPI data effectively
Assist in training and scheduling

Typical background

Quality and EHS management experienceISO 9001, 45001, and 14001 certification

Skills & requirements

Required

ISO 9001ISO 45001ISO 14001Quality Management SystemsEHS Management SystemsIncident InvestigationNonconformance InvestigationCorrective Action ImplementationKPI Data CompilationTraining Scheduling And ConductingControlled Document ReviewVisual Management BoardsLayered Audits

Preferred

Kaizen ParticipationDaily Management MeetingsContinuous Improvement Events

Stack & domain

ISO 9001ISO 45001ISO 14001PC LiteracyMicrosoft OfficeAuditingTrainingPresentationKaizenDaily Management MeetingsLayered Audits5 WhyFishbone AnalysisCAPAFMEAOrganizational And Prioritization SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-solving SkillsQuality ManagementEnvironmental ManagementOccupational Health And SafetyCustomer ServiceSupplier ManagementInternal Quality ActivitiesContinuous ImprovementVisual Management

About the role

Original posting from Fortive

Job Title: Norwich Site Quality & EHS (Q-EHS) Apprentice
Department: Operations
Responsible To: Q-EHS Manager
Role Outline:
To perform a wide variety of Quality and EHS activities within the Norwich site. Quality responsibilities, certified to ISO 9001, are primarily related to Operations, whilst the EHS responsibilities, certified to ISO 45001 and 14001 relate to the site.
Primary Responsibilities:
To work closely with the Q-EHS manager to maintain and continually improve the quality, Environmental and OHMS management systems.To promote a Quality, Environmental and Safety-First cultures within the business.Conduct incident and nonconformance investigations to determine root cause and implement corrective actions.Interact with personnel regarding Q-EHS processes, risk evaluation and control methods.To compile and present KPI data.Maintain the Q-EHS audit schedule.To assist with scheduling and conducting training.Review controlled documents.
Additional Information:
FBS Activities:
A portion of time may be spent attending required meetings, Trainings, 1:1 reviews, and Performance Appraisal reviews as communicated by the Q-EHS Manager. You are expected to take an active role in these events.The business may require you to actively participate in continuous improvement events (Kaizens) or other applicable events which will be communicated to you from time to time.The business may require you to actively participate in Daily Management meetings to report out achieved results and manage business expectations.You will be expected to maintain and keep current visual management boards.You will be expected to undertake layered audits.
Position Scope:
Operating autonomously to maintain and improve the FPM Quality Management System.Operating autonomously to maintain and improve the Norwich site Occupational Health and Environmental Management System.Involvement with Customer, supplier, and internal quality activities.May be required to undertake tasks at other Fluke sites.Potential to progress within the role to Quality Engineer, following proven training pathways.
Interaction:
Interacts daily with site Leadership, and supervisors and employees to communicate Q-EHS information, data and requirements to ensure compliance of standards, policies and procedures.Use of Fluke online tools to collate and present Q-EHS performance data.Interacts as required with other members of the Fluke Management team, however primary management contact will remain with the Q0EHS Manager.Infrequent involvement with Q-EHS team at other EMEA sites.
Core Competencies:
Working knowledge and understanding of ISO 9001, 45001 or 14001 Management systems.Organizational and prioritization skills.PC Literacy including Microsoft Office.Excellent communication skills, ability to conduct training and presentations.
Learning & DevelopmentSuccessfully complete the agreed apprenticeship program and associated qualifications.Attend internal and external training courses as required.Develop knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements.Learn and apply quality improvement and problem-solving tools such as 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis, CAPA and FMEA.Develop auditing skills through participation in internal audits.
Fortive Corporation Overview
Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.
We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.
We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.
At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.
At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.
At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.
Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

Source: Fortive careers