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Metal Fabricator Apprentice WELBILT UK LIMITED

Welbilt UK are looking for a Metal Fabricator Apprentice to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship to join their team to successfully complete the AMRC Training Centre block and building basic skill with TIG welding. You will be working to engineering specifications including reading and interpreting technical drawings etc.

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

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Closing date: 28 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,254.44

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday - Shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    3 Years

  • Possible start date

    03 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    25 Nov 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000110674

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Year 1 - to successfully complete the AMRC Training Centre block and building basic skill with TIG welding. We have a highly experienced welding technician dedicated to giving the apprentice time and all the industry tips and knowledge they require in order to succeed within their welding career.

Year 2 - starting to weld our products or working very closely with a welder to get a product complete for the next stage. Learning about the other roles within the fabrication environment. Understanding the drawings and understanding the timings etc. and learning hand-eye co-ordination.

Year 3 - started to be given their own daily work sheet and working more independently on our products. Being fully capable and understanding of all the parts, their serial codes etc.

Principle role & responsibilities:

  • Clean and well set out factory where all the production is completed under one roof
  • TIG welding of fine tolerance (0.8-1.2mm stainless)
  • Working to 5S and health and safety rules
  • Working to engineering specifications including reading and interpreting technical drawings
  • Be an important part of a manufacturing team that ensures quality standards while being target driven

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

Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) - Level: 3

Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) - Level: 3

You will study on a Level 3 Metal Fabricator Apprentice standard on a Metal Fabricator 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, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness

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

Welbilt is an award-winning, global leader in the manufacture and supply of professional catering equipment, with heritage spanning over 80 years. Here in Sheffield, we manufacture high speed ovens and microwaves, and our customers are well known fast-food franchises, pubs, restaurants and hotel chains. Our 96,000 square foot factory prides itself on five key criteria: safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost. We attract talent and build careers.

Employer

WELBILT UK LIMITED

Address

Provincial Park

Nether Lane, Ecclesfield

Sheffield

S35 9ZX

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Training

Training provider

THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

Contact

Recruitment Team

recruitment@amrctraining.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Metal fabricator

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: 28 Feb 2023