Introduction

We are looking for an apprentice to join our team where they will receive both college and in-house training from our highly skilled personnel. They will learn how to operate both manual and CNC machines, whilst acquiring a variety of other skills involved within the manufacturing industry.

About the Employer

Combining vast experience in the design and manufacture of CNC machined components and a dedication to customer-oriented solutions, our aim is to deliver innovative solutions that help you to meet and exceed your business goals. MVP Engineering ltd produce high quality components. From materials including Plastic - Bronze - Stainless steel - Duplex - Super duplex - Nickel alloy - Titanium. Components from casting - fabrication - bar - billet. We work together to create innovative solutions which help our customers operate more efficiently and effectively.

What You'll Do

Day to day responsibilities include:

To operate machines within safety guidelines
Cleaning and Deburring components
Carry out basic maintenance of machines including cleaning, filling coolant and oil
Inspect own work and work to Company instructions and drawings
Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with health and safety
Conduct safety checks and performance monitoring for machining, associated equipment and surrounding work area.
Receive, read and interpret engineering data and documentation, engineering drawings and technical data
Contribute to or plan the days machining schedule
Check and inspect materials to be machined to ensure that they conform to quality standards. Identify and report any issues or faults such as incorrect grades, dimensions and thicknesses
Set up, operate, adjust or edit conventional or CNC machining equipment settings and programmes for the machine tool being used
Inspect components produced. Adjust the machining equipment or programme and tooling to ensure components meet quality requirements
Identify, communicate and report issues affecting machining component quality, quantity and deadlines
Complete machining documentation at all stages of the work activity. For example, standard operational procedures, control documentation and contribution to audits
Maintain and restore the machining work area, performing housekeeping and waste management as appropriate
Ensure tools, unused materials and equipment are returned to a safe, clean and approved condition on completion of machining work
Keep stakeholders for example, colleagues and line managers informed about machining work
Perform scheduled daily inspection and machine shut down or safe isolation
Support continuous improvement activity to address business problems
Boxing and packaging components

Training Outcome

This is a full-time position with opportunities for career progression. We hope that by giving our apprentices a solid foundation in the industry that they can then go on to become key members of the business, progressing to operating CNC machines.

Skills Required

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Patience

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - maths and English - A*-C/9-4

Course Information

Course: Machining technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm with a half hour break each day from 1.00pm - 1.30pm.

Expected Duration: 3 Years 6 Months

Training Provider: COLCHESTER INSTITUTE

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