What you will do in your working day
· Fully programme, set up, and operate turning, milling and grinding machines,
· Work independently and produce complex helical form components within a set time frame and in accordance with the drawing,
· Write programmes to achieve the required component specification and form.
· Check and measure own work using conventional measurement techniques (micrometers/gauges/verniers), identify and rectify errors,
· Maintain a tidy and well-organized work area and perform regular machine maintenance tasks.
· Offer suggestions for improvements and support the business with lean programmes.
The training you will be getting
* Training will be delivered by a combination of all-round training in the workplace and will also involve attending college one day a week at Hopwood Hall College (Middleton Campus). You will be assigned a work-based tutor from Hopwood Hall College who will support you through your Apprenticeship.
* On successful completion of the Apprenticeship you will achieve the Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship standard.
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
Once you have acquired the necessary skills this opens the door for you to be considered for vacancies within the Company and these may include such roles as Mechanical Fitter, Electrical Fitter, CNC Machine Operator, CMM Inspector and Maintenance Engineer. With further training often our apprentices can progress to technical role such as Design Technician, Quality Engineer, Production Engineer and Controls Engineer.