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Production Apprentice SHERWOOD ELECTRONICS LIMITED

An excellent opportunity to learn manufacturing fundamentals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. After an initial learning period you would move into a specialism based on an assessment of your skillsets and the prevailing business needs; this may be quality assurance, production engineering or logistics.

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Closing date: 05 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,976.00

    £5.50 per hour £187.00 weekly wage

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:30 (12:30 finish on Friday).

    Total hours per week: 34.0

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    06 Oct 2022

  • Date posted

    08 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000085499

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Working in the production department you will be trained in the manufacture of high quality cable assemblies
  • This will involve using cutting machines, tinning stations, crimping machines, hand tools and other general machinery
  • You will be trained to read drawings and follow work schedules
  • Training will be given in soldering and crimping processes
  • Our operatives are trained to IPC standard which is widely recognised in our Industry
  • Applicants will be instructed in Workshop Health and safety procedures and requirements

Apprentices will be assigned to a team leader.

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

Level 2 Engineering Operative standard:

  • Level 2 Diploma in engineering operations (skills)
  • Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in engineering operations (knowledge)
  • One day at DCG and the rest of the week at the work place

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Potentially any of the following: - QA Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Technical Sales Advisor, Stores Supervisor.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and Maths (Grade 3/D) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Design and Technology (Grade 3/D) Desired

Things to consider

• 20 days holiday + 8 days statutory holidays • Onsite parking • Convenient location for public transport • Excellent opportunities for progression Candidate will be at a disadvantage if colour blind – as in the processes there are many different colours of wires.

About the employer

Sherwood is a manufacturer of high-quality cable assemblies used in Automotive, Aerospace & Military along with other niche fields. The company employs 28 staff at a recently expanded and easily accessible site close to Long Eaton train station.

Employer

SHERWOOD ELECTRONICS LIMITED

Address

UNIT 1&2

PARAGON WORKS

WILSTHORPE ROAD

NG10 3JW

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Training

Training provider

DCG

Contact

Amy Hitch

amy.hitch@derby-college.ac.uk

07808205883

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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