Level 4 Apprentice Production Engineer
We are looking for our next generation of engineer to work within a multi-skilled department. Become a well-rounded individual and multi-skilled engineer. Work alongside highly skilled graduate engineers, consultants and industry experts. We want you to grow and learn this knowledge, creating your own expertise and support network.
Role
Day to day role responsibilities include:
- Learn about the various technologies, machines and value streams within the business including grinding, turning and assembly
- Produce CAD drawings and layouts for new product, tooling and gauging to allow internal or external manufacture
- To learn to manage their own projects, investigating root causes into problems and coming up with creative solutions
- Analysing existing product in carrying out Process Capability,
- Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement activities within the Manufacturing environment
- Participate in team briefings, workshops and training to ensure smooth integration of new processes, equipment and systems to the production teams
- Provide and develop process documentation including but not limited to Standard Operating Procedures and Set up instructions
- Support shop floor team improvement programmes providing technical and logistic support. eg. BIT, 5S SMED projects
- Ensure safe working practices supporting health and safety within the workplace and assisting with the Risk Assessment process for all manufacturing processes and equipment
The candidate must be willing to bring creative thinking and analysis to challenge the norm and help drive change. The person must be willing to work and listen to others, to understand the problems and create possible solutions. They need to be driven to make a difference and become the best version of themselves.
Become part of a rapidly growing department and be responsible for introducing brand new technologies including, robotics, software and high value machinery. We have coached and mentored national award winners and we would like you to be the next one!
Training
- The Apprentice will be working towards the Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Standard
- Qualifications include: Level 4 HNC in Engineering or Manufacturing
- College attendance will be at the Colchester Institute - Colchester Campus one day per week during term time
- To become an independent multi-skilled engineer and project manager with their own project portfolio
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
- Training Provider
- COLCHESTER INSTITUTE
- Working Week
- Monday to Thursday, .30am - 4.00pm and Friday, 7.30am - 3.00pm. With a 10 minute tea break (paid) and a 30 minute lunch break (unpaid) each day.
- Expected Duration
- 42 Months
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Friday, 31st May 2024
- Start Date
- Monday, 9th September 2024
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Engineering work experience
- Course/knowledge of 3D design
Qualifications
- Maths, English, Science and/or Level 3 Engineering GCSE or equivalent, grade A*-C/9-4 (Essential)
- 2 A-Level passes preferably in related subject A Level or equivalent, grade A*-C/9-4 (Essential)
- Engineering related L3 Diploma BTEC or equivalent, grade Pass (Desired)
About the Employer
BRAINTREE PRECISION COMPONENTS LIMITED
Braintree Precision Components has been a manufacturer of precision products since its founding in 1989. It is a remote manufacturing facility providing bearings and ancillary components for Hepcomotion and its range of linear and track automation products. Providing innovative automation solutions to major global brands such as Amazon, Ocado, Samsung and Tesla. Our products can be seen on programs such as “Inside the Factory” and we have a reputation for providing bespoke solutions for space shuttles, fighter jets and even the London Olympic torch! Based on the Springwood Industrial Estate in Braintree and employing over 85 people, it has grown to cover three sites and is a multi-million pound turnover SME. The company has invested large amounts into new facilities, technologies and has an industry awarded apprenticeship scheme. At Braintree alone, there has been two national apprentice award winners, four runners up and a multitude of highly commended with both MakeUK and the NAA.
- Company
- BRAINTREE PRECISION COMPONENTS LIMITED
- Location
- Blackwell Drive, Braintree, England
- Employment Type
- Higher Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £12,979.20
- Posted
- Company
- BRAINTREE PRECISION COMPONENTS LIMITED
- Location
- Blackwell Drive, Braintree, England
- Employment Type
- Higher Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £12,979.20
- Posted