Toolmaker Apprentice CUBE PRECISION ENGINEERING LIMITED
Toolmaker Apprentice required to manufacture tools, jigs and fixtures to high tolerances. You will use hand tools, lathes, presses, millers and grinders as well as CAD 2D and 3D manufacturing software.
Closing date: 27 Jun 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£15,210.00
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Working week
Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm with overtime available
Total hours per week: 39
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Expected duration
4 Years
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Possible start date
10 Sep 2023
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Date posted
03 May 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000160383
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Typical tasks will include:
- Assembling, fitting and repairing tools
- Reading engineering drawings
- Using hand tools such as files, hacksaws and grinders
- Using lathes, millers and presses
- 2D and 3D CAD/CAM
- Using precision measurement instruments - micrometers, gauges and vernier calipers
- Attending machine breakdowns to identify the root cause and solve the problem
- Assisting with tool maintenance
- Compiling reports
- Control consumables and tooling spares to ensure stock levels are maintained using relevant systems
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
This is a 4 year level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Toolmaker pathway). The successful apprentice will attend the training centre (In-Comm Training Services in Aldridge, WS9 8UG), 2.5 days per week for the first 2 years and the rest of the week at the company.
After this you will attend the training centre 1 day per week for the remaining 2 years, with monthly assessor visits to see you at your company.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
After serving time as a toolmaker and understanding the requirements of colleagues, there are opportunities to progress into project management or manufacturing management, working with customers to add value.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
About the employer
Employer
CUBE PRECISION ENGINEERING LIMITED
https://www.cubeprecision.com/
Address
CAKEMORE ROAD
ROWLEY REGIS
B65 0QW
Training
Training provider
IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact
Sue Fisher or Alex Jones
01922 457686
Apprenticeship standard
Engineering technician
Level 3 (A level)
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