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Apprentice Multi-Skilled CNC & Conventional Machinist CALDER INDUSTRIAL MATERIALS LIMITED

This is an apprentice Multi-Skilled CNC & Conventional Machinist, reporting to the Machine Shop Cell Leader. You’ll be responsible for operating various conventional and CNC Machine machines, gaining experience to program CNC lathes & Milling machines, with training to use measuring equipment and exposure to operating a 3 Axis CMM & Faro arm.

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Closing date: 15 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,272.00

    There will be a % increase on the anniversary of the apprentice's start date over 3 to 4 years until they complete their Apprenticeship at which point they will be on the hourly rate of the skilled employees.

  • Working week

    Days 7 – 4.30 Mon - Thurs

    Total hours per week: 36

  • Expected duration

    44 Months

  • Possible start date

    29 Aug 2022

  • Date posted

    29 May 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000050054

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Your responsibilities and duties will include, although not be limited to:

  • Gain knowledge and exposure to multiple departments and learn how they operate, from Quality, Engineering, Sales, Purchasing, Logistics, Health & Safety and manufacturing engineering.
  • Setting and operating various machine tools, including CNC lathes, CNC milling machines, pedestal drills, radial arm drill, and bench and surface grinders
  • Setting up machines for production operatives in a safe and efficient manner
  • Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
  • Highlighting and communicating issues that may arise and implementing corrective actions
  • Use a variety on accurate measuring equipment
  • Document and record critical dimensions
  • Ensuring job clocking / worksheets are completed as required
  • Ensuring that health, safety and quality standards are complied with

You must have the ability and drive to;

  • Gain a good knowledge of machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, pedestal drills, radial arm drill, bench & surface grinders
  • Become an experienced CNC programmer setter / operator
  • Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Accurately measure and work to within +/- 0.025mm
  • Become fully conversant in the use of inspection equipment

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

You will complete a Level 3 Standard Engineering Technician If you do not already hold GCSEs at grade A-C in English, maths and ICT you will complete functional skills in the related subjects to attain Level 2.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Gain permanent full time employment, higher education & future management / Engineer potential.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Problem solving skills, Flexible, Keen to learn/develop skills, Time management, Ability to plan work method

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Level 4/Grade C or above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Level 4/Grade C or above) Desired

About the employer

Calder Industrial Materials is a highly reputable manufacturing company with headquarters based in Chester, with significant experience delivering high quality, tailored solutions for a wide range of customers worldwide. Calder is one of the UK’s leading building materials suppliers, delivering lead sheet and a wide range of ancillary products to builders’ merchants nationwide. In addition, Calder are also the UK’s leading specialist in lead engineering. The company designs, manufactures and installs radiation shielding and other products in the nuclear, medical and other markets.

Employer

CALDER INDUSTRIAL MATERIALS LIMITED

Address

C/O Calder Industrial Materials Jupiter Drive

Chester

CH1 4EX

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Training

Training provider

CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST

Contact

Claire Garner

claire.garner@ccsw.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

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