Apprentice Tool Maker

Introduction

We are looking out for 2 new Tool Maker apprentices to join our ever so expanding team based in Forest Town Mansfield, The apprentice will receive training in different areas to include CNC milling, Spark Eroding, Inspection, CAD, Bench/fitting and others.

About the Employer

Established in 1948, Preconomy is well known within the industry as a respected mould and die manufacturer. This has been achieved through continued investment in engineering technology and production techniques, together with its highly skilled and motivated workforce

What You'll Do

• The apprentice will receive on the job training as part of a team throughout the apprenticeship
• This will include learning how to set up and operate milling machines and spark eroders, inspecting tools using a Faro arm and other measuring equipment, assisting in the drawing office with design using CAD software, making components, stripping and building tools from 1T to 30T, and other functions such as operating a gundrill, polishing etc. to expose the apprentice to all aspects of the company, followed by mutual agreement on the best area(s) to focus on and achieve further experience and skill, as part of the development and training programme

Training Outcome

• Potentially full time employment upon successfully completing apprenticeship

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Reliable & punctual
• Driven & motivated

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Engineering technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday- Thursday, 7.30am- 4.00pm and Friday, 7.30am- 1.30pm

Expected Duration: 3 Years

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: WEST NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COLLEGE