Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprentice
NIKAL STEELS LTD
DUDLEY, DY2 0XW
Closes in 13 days (Friday 3 January at 11:59pm)
Nikal Steels are keen to expand the team through the acquisition of a Level 4 Engineering Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team and develop the skills to programme and operate our machines to produce products to supply to our customer base.
Training course: Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
Hours: Monday - Thursday, 07:30 - 16:30 and Friday, 07:30 - 15:00 (40 hours a week)
Duration: 2 years 8 months
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
Building upon your existing skills and knowledge you will programme, set and operate the following machines:
* CMZ Lathe TC35 Series - Fanuc 321 Model B
* Colchester Alpha Combination Lathe - Fanuc OI - TF
* Problem solve production issues
* Ensure the safe and efficient performance of machines through preparation and maintenance - refilling oil and coolant where required
* Prepare relevant documentation
* Create components in a quick and efficient manner
* Maintain quality standards by cleaning down machines, including the removal of swarf, and keeping workstations clean and tidy
* Practice and enforce Health & Safety procedures
* Assist in keeping the work department clean and tidy
Where you’ll work
BLOCK 3 UNIT 14, GRAZEBROOK INDUSTRIAL PARK, PEARTREE LANE, DUDLEY, DY2 0XW
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
DUDLEY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
Your training course
Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4) - Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)
Course contents
* Read and extract relevant engineering and manufacturing related data and information (such as workplans or project plans, schedules, drawings, specifications, production data, quality reports, costing data, statistical information) drawing accurate conclusions and making informed decisions.
* Use project management tools, such as Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT), stakeholder matrices, risk mapping, radar chart and summary risk profiles.
* Use problem solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Fishbone, Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
* Analyse and interpret data and information in order to generate manufacturing engineering documentation such as Parts Per Million (PPM) quality adherence, cost analysis and test data.
* Communicate using the appropriate method for the audience such as, formal and informal presentations, written reports, verbal, electronic, social media and incorporating relevant and appropriate data or metrics.
* Use the approved process and quality compliance procedure to create or amend engineering or manufacturing documentation.
* Use lean tools and techniques, such as Six Sigma, 8 Wastes, Workplace organisation such as 5S's (sort, set in order, shine, standardise and sustain), Kaizen and Poka-Yoke (Error proofing).
* Apply documentation control processes and procedures such as format, location, access, authorisation.
* Use financial planning, recording and review processes and documentation such as departmental budgets, estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, and investment appraisal.
* Use computer based software systems or packages such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), Data Analytics and Databases.
Your training plan
You will be required to attend The Institute of Technology (IoT), Dudley, one day per week during term time.
* Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship you will gain the Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4 Mechanical qualification.
Requirements
GCSE in:
* Maths (grade 4)
BTEC in:
* Maths (grade Pass)
* Science (grade Pass)
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
* Willingness to learn
* Ability to work individually
* Punctual
About this company
Established in 2000, Nikal Steels Limited specialises in the supply of high quality stainless steel and carbon steel fittings to major stockists and distributors throughout the UK and Continental Europe.
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000292066.
Apply now
Closes in 13 days (Friday 3 January at 11:59pm)
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