Machinist Apprentice ADVANCED MANUFACTURING (SHEFFIELD) LIMITED

Advanced Manufacturing Sheffield Limited are looking for a Machinist Apprentice to complete a level 3 apprenticeship to join their team. Apprentices will be taught in our production cell where you will learn three different types of machine control language and gain experience on all the machine types in our company.

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

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Closing date: 03 Jul 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday – Shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    3 Years

  • Possible start date

    20 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    08 Feb 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000131461

  • Positions

    4 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Responsibilities:

  • Manufacture components utilising instructions within a production pack
  • Support new product Introduction (NPI) and giving feedback to the engineering team on all aspects
  • Confirm conformance of finished work to specifications, using measuring instruments such as micrometres, calipers, dial indicators and gauges
  • Progress manufacture in line with the production schedule
  • Ensure all production documentation adheres to the relevant quality standard
  • Run 5-axis CNC machining centres

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

After a period of foundation skills and technical knowledge development all apprentices will be required to achieve the following qualifications:

  • Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)
  • Level 2 Diploma in Machining (Foundation Knowledge)

After a further period of skills and technical knowledge development all apprentices will be required to achieve the following qualifications:

  • Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) - Machining
  • Level 3 Diploma in Machining (Development Knowledge)

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, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative

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

This company is an advanced machining supplier focused on aerofoil and rotative components. We are at the leading edge of machining technologies and are dedicated to delivering efficiency and reduced cycle times for our clients in the aerospace sector. Our advanced milling, turning and 5-axis capacity enables us to machine a wide range of products including bespoke ring, casing, gearbox, aerofoil and aero structure components. To-date, we have manufactured components for Rolls-Royce, Boeing, and Siemens.

Employer

ADVANCED MANUFACTURING (SHEFFIELD) LIMITED

Address

POPLAR HOUSE BUSINESS PARK

POPLAR WAY

CATCLIFFE

S60 5TR

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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