Machinist Apprentice Independent Forgings and Alloys

Independent Forging & Alloys Limited is looking for a Machinist Apprentice to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship to join their team. During the 3 year apprenticeship you will learn how to set up machines and precision produce components safely using hand fitting techniques.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 03 Jul 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,716.72

  • Working week

    You will work Monday - Friday. Your start and finish times including your shift pattern will be determined by the employing company.

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    3 Years

  • Possible start date

    18 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    15 Nov 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000107307

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Reading engineering drawings
  • Inspecting components before and after machining
  • Preparing and using manual vertical borer as well as lathes for turning operations
  • Preparing and proving CNC machine tool programs
  • Preparing and using CNC machines (turning and milling)

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

You will study on a Level 3 Engineering Technician standard on a Machinist, Advance Manufacturing Engineer pathway. On completion of this, you will gain a qualification in Engineering at Advanced Level 3 standard.

During the first year of the apprenticeship, your learning will take place at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre based at Catcliffe, Rotherham, for an initial block of study on a full-time basis. After this, you will attend the Training Centre for one day a week for knowledge study.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Completion of the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre apprenticeships are nationally recognised qualifications which are acknowledged and respected by employers across the world. These can open the door to many more opportunities, such as Engineering Management and Project Engineering positions across a range of sectors worldwide.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English Language (Grade 4 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths Higher Paper (Grade 4 or above) Essential

About the employer

Independent Forgings and Alloys (IFA) is one of the UK’s leading independent aerospace and industrial forgers. We uniquely combine open and closed-die forging while also undertaking the whole production process from raw material to the finished product in one location. Operating from a 680 000ft2 facility in Sheffield, we manufacture high-integrity, open-die and closed-die forged components in nickel alloy, titanium, stainless steel and carbon alloys for customers and tier-one suppliers within the aerospace, nuclear, power generation, marine and oil and gas sector.

Employer

Independent Forgings and Alloys

Address

Victoria Forge

Livesey Street

Sheffield

S6 2BL

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Training

Training provider

THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

Contact

Recruitment Team

recruitment@amrctraining.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please follow the link to apply on the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre website and complete an application form. Once this has been received, it will be reviewed, and you will receive an email response with the next steps of the application process. Please note the AMRC Training Centre reserves the right to close company vacancies, should they get filled, ahead of the published closing date.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 03 Jul 2023