This vacancy is for a Press Fitter Apprentice based in Burnley.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to produce complex high value, low volume components or assemblies in full or part, using machines, equipment or systems, to the required specification.
As an apprentice, you will be trained in all functions within engineering fitting as well as completing a 42-month apprenticeship involving on-the-job learning via a recognised training provider.
This occupation is found in manufacturing and process sectors.
Fitters may typically have a mechanical, electrical, electronic, control systems, pipe fitting or instrumentation bias or operate across multiple disciplines depending on the type of assembly. To produce or refurbish the components, fitters will interpret drawings/specifications and plan their work, ensuring they have the right tools, equipment, and resources to complete the task to the required specification. Fitters are required to check their work against quality standards and make adjustments as required based on their knowledge. On completion of the task, a fitter will hand over the product and prepare the work area for the next task by checking equipment meets the standards required to operate. They may be based in a workshop or clients' premises – this may include hazardous environments.
In their daily work, an employee in this occupation typically interacts with line managers/supervisors; depending on the size of the employer and nature of the work, they may work as part of a team of fitters or independently. They may interact with personnel in other functions, such as installation and maintenance engineers, health & safety, and quality assurance personnel, as well as internal or external customers.
An employee in this occupation will be responsible for completion of their work to the required specification and deadlines, in line with quality, health & safety, and environmental regulations and requirements, with minimum supervision.
Duties will include:
* Setting of Transfer Presses to prepare the machines before production.
* Performing test runs, and, if necessary, adjusting and making minor repairs to the machinery or tooling before and during operation.
* Fitting, development, and refurbishment of tooling and setting of Transfer Presses.
Training to be provided
Level 3 Engineering Fitter BTEC Extended Diploma.
Functional Skills, Level 2 in Mathematics and English – if required.
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About SACO - Specialist Anodising Co Ltd
Founded in 1985, SACO remains a family-owned business located in Burnley, Lancashire. We've come a long way since opening our first factory, currently employing over 450 people across three separate factories. Our values remain the same as we continue to deliver the highest quality of design and manufacturing for the cosmetic industry, recently awarded Manufacturing Business of the Year Award and the International Business of the Year Award at the 2019 Burnley Business Awards.
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