Apprentice Toolmaker and Tool & Die Technician FALKLAND ENGINEERING (BURNLEY) LTD
This vacancy is for an Toolmaking Apprentice based in Burnley. Toolmaking Apprentices are predominantly involved in the highly skilled, complex and specialist detailed work of manufacturing and maintaining the engineering tooling used to produce components, products and assemblies.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 30 Jun 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,158.72
Dependant on candidate (experience, age etc.)
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Monday - Thursday - 08:00 - 16:30, Friday - 08:00 - 13:00
Total hours per week: 37
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Expected duration
48 Months
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Possible start date
03 Jul 2023
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Date posted
25 Apr 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000145779
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
This requires the application of a broad range of activities including:
- Understand mathematical techniques, formula and calculations in a Toolmaking environment
- Understand the structure, properties and characteristics of common materials used for the manufacture and repair of tooling, Moulds, Dies and jigs and fixtures
- Understand the safe operation, correct selection and the application of a range of hand tools used for toolmaking and die maintenance, including grinders, drills, stones etc.
- Understand the safe operation and operating principles of a range of complex and often state of the art workshop machinery (such as CNC lathes, milling, grinding and erosion machining centres, drilling and welding equipment)
- Understand how to set up and operate the machinery/ equipment efficiently and effectively
- Understand the principles of how the relevant tools, dies, jigs and fixtures being manufactured/maintained function, the operating sequences, the purpose of individual components/ systems and how they interact
- Understand the application of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical and electronic systems as applied to various moulding, injection, pressing and similar associated machinery.
- Read and interpret relevant data and documentation used to produce and/or maintain tool and die components, assemblies and systems
- Apply methods and techniques to produce, assemble, disassemble repair and/or maintain tools, dies, jigs and fixtures as applicable to the employer requirements
- Manufacture components (such as tooling, dies, jigs and fixtures)
- Undertake testing to confirm correct operation, and of the effectiveness of repairs and maintenance activities carried out.
- Undertake equipment/asset care and/or Preventative Planned Maintenance processes and procedures
- Carry out complex fault diagnosis and repair activities covering the following technologies as applicable to the tool, die, jig and fixture environment: - Maintaining mechanical equipment - Maintaining fluid & pneumatic power equipment - Maintaining electrical & electronic equipment - Maintaining process control equipment
- Contribute to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes and/or procedures
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence).
- Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) - Toolmaker, Tool & Die Maintenence.
- Level 3 Diploma or extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge).
- Functional skills in English, Maths and ICT (if not already achieved).
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Engineers are inventors, designers and problem solvers, people who make a difference to the way we live. As trained professionals, engineers are well paid and highly respected. Many get top jobs and even run their own companies. If you enjoy working as part of a team, like solving problems and have a practical flair, you will find engineering has a lot to offer.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent ICT (Grade 4/C or above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 4/C or above) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
FALKLAND ENGINEERING (BURNLEY) LTD
http://www.falklandburnley.co.uk/
Address
UNIT 1
FARRINGTON ROAD
BURNLEY
BB11 5SW
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Engineering technician
Level 3 (A level)
Employer's Application Instructions
Please apply online at www.training2000.co.uk quoting the reference number of the vacancy you are interested in. If you have already applied online please call 01254 546 59 and we can add the vacancy to your current application form.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 30 Jun 2023