Summary
You will work under the guidance of experienced production & engineering staff to learn and assist with various tasks. After gaining product knowledge there will be the opportunity to go into different areas of the business to build up your Textile process understanding which could lead to a variety of different roles.
Annual wage
£17,550 a year
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday - shifts to be confirmed.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date
Saturday 1 March
Duration
3 years 6 months
Positions available
1
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
* Assist in production process
* Learn equipment operation
* Support quality control
* Assist in all health & safety procedures
* Support & learn from design engineers
* Support to supply chain
* Attend Calderdale College on day release basis and work towards the “Engineering Technician level 3 apprenticeship” which includes an “Engineering In Textiles” module
* Some international travel is possible if involved with the installation and commissioning of products at customer sites
Where you’ll work
HEATHER CLOSE
LYME GREEN BUSINESS PARK
MACCLESFIELD
SK11 0LR
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
CALDERDALE COLLEGE
Your training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
* Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
* Maths and English (grade 4/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
* Attention to detail
* Willingness to learn
* basic mechanical aptitude
* Good communication & Teamwork