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Electroplating Machinist Apprentice Zachrome

As an Electroplating Machinist Apprentice, you will be developing & manufacturing jigs & fittings for the processing of electroplated parts.

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Closing date: 02 Sep 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,725.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 8.00 - 16.00

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    22 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000068008

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • The apprenticeship involves the machining of current electroplating jigs & fixtures for replacement & stock.
  • To manage the inventory & understand when new jigs are required.
  • To work with the Continuous & Engineering Teams to develop & design new jigs for electroplating working with the elctroplating teams from design ideas through to full application.
  • The candidate will be using precision machinery to required tolerances, , measuring to ensure accuracy within the given tolerances, ability to work with limited supervision once training has been given
  • Work to health and safety guidelines
  • Complete all paperwork required for each task.

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

An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence. You will be expected to work towards the Engineering Technician Level 3 (Machining Pathway) Apprenticeship Standard, with support from your employer and the Chesterfield College Group.
As part of your apprenticeship, and dependent on your prior attainment, you may be required to complete maths and English Functional Skills which is an integral part of your apprenticeship. Upon successful completion you will be awarded additional certificates of recognition for these qualifications.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

The Electroplating Machinist position is one that we would see develop into a full time integral role within the business.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative

Qualifications

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

About the employer

Zachrome is an industrial bronze and chrome plater servicing the mining, rail, automotive and marine industries. R.Wilson & Co (Platers) Ltd was established in 1947 and has been trading for over 70 years, Zachrome is our trading name within the electroplating industry. We moved to our present site in 1950 where we now have over 25,000 square ft of modern manufacturing facilities with overhead craneage for up to 3 tonne.

Employer

Zachrome

Address

ZACHROME WORKS

SHEFFIELD ROAD

CHESTERFIELD

S41 8NH

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Training

Training provider

CHESTERFIELD COLLEGE

Contact

Hannah Donald

donaldh@chesterfield.ac.uk

01246 500 500

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

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