Machining Technician Apprentice

You will be trained to produce machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.

Role

  • Programme, set and operate any of the CNC machines to meet the production schedule and agreed targets.
  • To ensure orders are completed to the correct standard, within budget and on time.
  • To work from customer drawings and specifications to produce programs to the company standard format.
  • Routine inspections, maintenance, cleaning and fault finding and recording of for machinery and equipment operated in accordance with documented procedures
  • Proactive and reactive reporting of faults/defects, in a timely manner to the Team Leader to anticipate/minimise downtime.
  • Maintain a clean and manageable work area

Training

You will work towards a Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship standard with Gateshead College.

You will achieve a Level 3 EAL Extended Diploma in Machining (Development & Knowledge).

Possible progression to full time employment following successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship Standard
Machining technician (level 3)
Training Provider
GATESHEAD COLLEGE
Working Week
Monday – Wednesday 7.00am -5.00pm and Thursday 7.00am – 4.30pm with 30 minute lunch break
Expected Duration
42 Months
Positions Available
2
Closing Date
Friday, 31st May 2024
Start Date
Sunday, 1st September 2024

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Self motivated
  • High level of accuracy
  • Willingness to learn
  • Determination to succeed
  • Good work ethic
  • Develop working relationships
  • Innovative

Qualifications

  • English GCSE or equivalent, grade A*-C/4-9 (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade A*-C/4-9 (Essential)

About the Employer

FORD AEROSPACE LTD
The Ford Engineering Group are an award-winning, family owned company specialising in the high precision machining and pressing of parts and sub assemblies for the aerospace, industrial, and other high-technology sectors. Ford is, and always has been, here for people. For the people of South Tyneside, the North East, the UK and everyone in our global community; we build the best quality parts that keep the worlds moving vehicles and machinery safe.
Company
FORD AEROSPACE LTD
Location
EAST SIDE, TYNE DOCK, SOUTH SHIELDS, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£13,455.00
Posted
Company
FORD AEROSPACE LTD
Location
EAST SIDE, TYNE DOCK, SOUTH SHIELDS, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£13,455.00
Posted