Summary
Do you want to learn to make high precision components using computer-controlled machines? You will set and operate CNC machines (Lathes or Mills), to accurate specifications ensuring that components are produced correct to drawing and delivered on time, to the required quality standards.
Wage
£18,000 a year
Training course
Machining technician (level 3)
Hours
06:00 - 14:00 and 14:00 - 22:00 shift rotation.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date
Monday 4 August
Duration
3 years 6 months
Positions available
2
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
Main Responsibilities and tasks - you will learn:
* To set and operate CNC machines as required ensuring parts are manufactured to the correct quality specified on the drawing and routing instructions, in line with the fundamental rules of component manufacture.
* To change and adjust tooling on the machine as required to maintain quality.
* To check parts are to correct standards whilst the machine is running to ensure quality is maintained.
* To load material to bar-feeders.
* To understand priorities and work towards the area delivery objectives.
* To always maintain a high level of housekeeping.
* To observe health and safety regulations as laid down in company procedures and Government legislation.
* To ensure all required maintenance is carried out in accordance to the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) plan.
* To adhere to company procedures at all times.
* When required, to carry out TEOA/KAIZEN activities.
* To carry out any other reasonable tasks as may be requested from time to time.
Typical Processes and Machines to operate: CNC Lathes CNC Mills Manual Drills Welding / Brazing equipment (automated) Hand Finishing of components Coolant and Oil checks on CNC equipment.
Where you’ll work
4 Stanier Road
Hastings
St Leonards on Sea
TN38 9RP
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
SIGTA LIMITED
Your training course
Machining technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Comply with statutory health and safety regulations and procedures.
* Comply with environmental, ethical and sustainability regulations and procedures: safe disposal of waste, re-cycling or re-use of materials and efficient use of resources.
* Prepare and set up conventional or CNC machines.
* Operate and adjust conventional or CNC machines.
* Apply risk assessment and hazard identification processes and procedures in the work area.
* Monitor, obtain and check stock and supplies, and complete stock returns.
* Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
* Read and interpret information. For example, data and documentation used to produce machined components.
* Apply engineering, mathematical and scientific principles.
* Plan and organise own work and resources.
* Follow and apply inspection, quality assurance procedures and processes.
* Select machining process.
* Select and setup tooling and work holding devices.
* Set and adjust machine operating parameters. For example, setting feeds and speeds for roughing and finishing operations, loading, proving and validating programs when using a CNC machine tool.
* Apply machining operations and techniques to produce complex components with features. For example, parallel; stepped; angular diameters and faces; grooves; slots; recesses and undercuts; radii and chamfers; internal and external forms and profiles; reamed; bored; drilled and electro eroded holes; internal and external screw threads.
* Measure and check components.
* Select and check condition of tools and equipment. Identify issues, resolve and take action as needed.
* Identify and action issues in the manufacturing process.
* Apply fault-finding and diagnostic testing procedures to identify faults. Diagnose and resolve issues. Escalate issues.
* Maintain the work area and return any resources and consumables.
* Communicate with others verbally. For example, colleagues and stakeholders.
* Follow machine shut down, safe isolation, handover, start up or warm up procedures. Escalate issues.
* Apply continuous improvement techniques. Devise suggestions for improvement.
* Apply ethical principles.
* Apply team working principles.
* Comply with statutory health and safety regulations and procedures.
* Comply with environmental, ethical and sustainability regulations and procedures: safe disposal of waste, re-cycling or re-use of materials and efficient use of resources.
* Prepare and set up conventional or CNC machines.
* Operate and adjust conventional or CNC machines.
* Apply risk assessment and hazard identification processes and procedures in the work area.
* Monitor, obtain and check stock and supplies, and complete stock returns.
* Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
* Read and interpret information. For example, data and documentation used to produce machined components.
* Apply engineering, mathematical and scientific principles.
* Plan and organise own work and resources.
* Follow and apply inspection, quality assurance procedures and processes.
* Select machining process.
* Select and setup tooling and work holding devices.
* Set and adjust machine operating parameters. For example, setting feeds and speeds for roughing and finishing operations, loading, proving and validating programs when using a CNC machine tool.
* Apply machining operations and techniques to produce complex components with features. For example, parallel; stepped; angular diameters and faces; grooves; slots; recesses and undercuts; radii and chamfers; internal and external forms and profiles; reamed; bored; drilled and electro eroded holes; internal and external screw threads.
* Measure and check components.
* Select and check condition of tools and equipment. Identify issues, resolve and take action as needed.
* Identify and action issues in the manufacturing process.
* Apply fault-finding and diagnostic testing procedures to identify faults. Diagnose and resolve issues. Escalate issues.
* Maintain the work area and return any resources and consumables.
* Communicate with others verbally. For example, colleagues and stakeholders.
* Follow machine shut down, safe isolation, handover, start up or warm up procedures. Escalate issues.
* Apply continuous improvement techniques. Devise suggestions for improvement.
* Apply ethical principles.
* Apply team working principles.
Your training plan
On completion of the apprenticeship, you will have achieved the following qualifications;
* EAL L3 Extended diploma in Machining (Development Knowledge) Level: 3
* Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering NVQ (Level 3 Diploma)
The final apprenticeship completion certificate will be issued on achievement of the above qualification and successful completion of end point assessment.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English, Maths (grade 4/5 C or above)
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
* Science (grade 4/5 C or above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Problem solving skills
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
Other requirements
As with all apprenticeships, this requires a long term commitment – there will be assignments and log book entries to complete. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a top company, whilst you work towards nationally recognised qualifications.