Apprentice Mechanical Fitter

Introduction

Working within a workshop environment to build mechanical sub-assemblies to exacting standards and tolerances for CNC machine building.

About the Employer

TEK4 is a global supplier of specialist machine tools and is rapidly growing. We are seeking to recruit and train the engineers and leaders to support the business and its growth into the future.

What You'll Do

• Participating in the completion of risk assessments
• Using hand tools to build sub assemblies
• Checking parts and inventory to quality standards
• Measuring completed assemblies for compliance
• Collaborating with designers to improve design and ‘makeability’ of product
• Ensuring standards of housekeeping are maintained at all times
• Meeting with international customers to showcase TEK4’s capabilities
• Participating in Tool Box Talks

Training Outcome

Move to on machine building to align machine 5 axis CNC machines to single micron tolerances and potentially move ahead to roles in design, controls or applications in the future.  

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - Maths and English - Grade 4-9

Course Information

Course: Engineering fitter (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Thursday 0830 – 1700 Friday 0745 - 1230.

Expected Duration: 3 Years 6 Months

Number of Positions Available: 6

Training Provider: LEICESTER COLLEGE

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.