Summary
The Machining Apprentice role is a developmental position in plant operations. You will work 5 days/week, with a full-time college schedule in the first year. The second year, it transitions to 4 days/company and 1 day/college weekly. Completing the apprentice earns you a Level 3 qualification with an option to pursue HNC Level 4 in years 2 and 3.
Wage
Competitive
Training course
Machining technician (level 3)
Hours
The working hours are 8.30am – 4.30pm in college time, and 7.30am – 3pm when based on site, Monday to Friday.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date
Monday 8 September
Duration
3 years 6 months
Positions available
4
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
Additional information
We welcome you to submit a CV as part of your application, however we are also looking for some specific information as part of the recruitment process. Please provide a supplementary document to cover the criteria below. Failure of this step not being completed may limit progression of your application.
* Please state from any of the subjects you are/have studied, which interests you the most and give a brief description of any relevant and interesting projects you have completed
* Please tell us about your interests and hobbies, giving details of positions of responsibility, achievements and any public duties undertaken, indicating where you believe your hobbies have equipped you with additional skills that will enable you to succeed within the job applied for
* Please tell us why you are seeking an apprenticeship? Why you are interested in engineering and what are the key areas that interest you?
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
* Conduct training on diverse machine tool processes, including CNC systems, through process rotations in Huddersfield Machining Cells to support the delivery of machined components for assembly and final customers
* Completion of daily Safety, Quality, and equipment checks while working to define processes that deliver quality products on time to the internal customer
* Operating a range of machinery, including Cobots (Collaborative Robots), Fully Automated Robots, Gantry Feed systems, Machine Centers, Turning and Grinding, and Dynamic Balancing
* Ensuring your work meets required company and industry standards, taking responsibility for the quality of your output.
* Working in an industry-leading environment that prioritizes Safety, Product Quality, Working Conditions, and Employee Development.
* Flexibility within Huddersfield Turbo Plant, receiving training to meet operational requirements and develop high-value skills for your future career
Where you’ll work
St. Andrews Road
Huddersfield
HD1 6RA
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
APPRIS CHARITY 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
This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.
More training information
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
* Genuine enthusiasm for developing a career in your chosen field, demonstrating self-motivation and alignment with our business values
* Strong teamwork skills with the ability to plan and organize time effectively
* 5 GCSEs level 4-9, including English language, Mathematics, and a Science/Technology subject
* Ability to work well in a team setting, showcasing effective time management and organisational skills
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* 5 GSCEs (grade C/4 or above)
* Design Technology or Resistant Materials (grade C/4 or above)
* English Language (grade C/4 or above)
* Math's (grade C/4 or above)
* Science (grade C/4 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
* Problem solving skills
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Team working