Summary
This 4 year Apprenticeship, a mixture of practical on the job training and academic training day release at college. Whilst at work, working in accordance with work instructions and to work with relevant parties to support the production of steady state and new product in the most economic manner to meet team targets of 100% delivery and quality.
Wage
£16,000 a year
Salary reviewed annually, with a company pension paying 6% and company bonus scheme. Health Cash Plan, corporate eye test voucher scheme and cycle to work scheme
Training course
Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday shift pattern dependent on department and availability; 8:00am-4.30pm in the factory or 8:30am-5:00pm in the office.
39 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 8 September
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
* Complete the training to the required standard and obtain the agreed academic qualifications.
* At work, complete up to eight modules including Polishing, Machine Shop, Coating, CNC, Quality, Engineering (subject to change) over the first three years. Specialise and be assessed in an agreed area for the final year.
* Listen to and respect the mentors who will support your development.
* Report on your achievements at the end of each module and provide feedback to your mentor.
* Follow, process and complete all Job Sheet documentation as required. Keep accurate and up to date records of work undertaken and keep the relevant documentation with the part to maintain product integrity and traceability of the part, ensuring the work completed.
* Maintain the work environment to the agreed standard in line with Health and Safety regulations.
Where you’ll work
DOWLISH FORD
ILMINSTER
SOMERSET
TA19 0PF
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
BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE
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.
* 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
Engineering manufacturing technician / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
* Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician - Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
Day release attendance at Bridgwater & Taunton College, Bridgwater Campus for academic training.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
* English (grade C/4 or above)
* Mathematics (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
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Team working
* Manual dexterity
* Ability to build relationships
* Literacy skills
* Ability to follow instructions
* Eye for precision detail
* Planning and organisation
* Positive can do attitude
* Punctual and adaptable
* Work on own initiative
* Working with shift patterns
* Willingness to learn
* Willingness to develop skills
* Work in fast pace environment
* Work to meet deadlines
Other requirements
MANDATORY RESPONSIBILITIES •Adherence to all Company policies, management systems and standard operational procedures, including legal responsibilities in relation to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality •Working positively to develop and foster good working relationships with colleagues and contracted personnel in order to maintain a culture of mutual respect and dignity •Promote and display the G&H values: Customer focus, Integrity, Action, Unity, Precision. Working experience matching expectations of the role. PERFORMANCE MEASURES Planned activity adherence Attendance Time keeping Timely delivery of Company products Completion of new product development pathways PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES •Professionalism •Responsible •Committed •Motivated •Critical thinking and problem solving •Result orientated Attainment of required academic qualifications Overtime, 20% uplift on basic for rotational and afternoon shift patterns. Working with chemicals and machinery, some noise and fast paced subject to changing environments