Toolmaker Apprentice (ME & Facilities) GRUNDFOS MANUFACTURING LIMITED

Improve production processes by designing and manufacturing tools / fixtures, fabricating raw materials and finding solutions to improve shopfloor efficiencies. You will be supported by our experienced team. Grundfos Manufacturing Ltd are a UK leader in the supply of pumps and pump systems for domestic, commercial building services and process industry applications.

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Closing date: 23 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,241.87

  • Working week

    Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 4.30pm with a 30 minute lunch break and Friday 8.00am - 1.00pm with no lunch break.

    Total hours per week: 37.0

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    12 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000163209

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • CNC Milling / Turning - designing jigs and fixtures, including programming using G and M code to manufacture one offs and batch production
  • Manual - milling, turning, grinding components as required to desired tolerances
  • Fabrication - Mig and Tig welding of assemblies with use of CNC plasma cutter to support Production
  • Use CAD software to design 3D models of parts, jigs and fixtures (Solidworks / Auto CAD / Catia)
  • Use of 3D printer and related software to create components
  • Following engineering drawings and working to precision tolerances
  • Ability to reverse engineer components to provide a solution
  • Use machines and standard tools for re-working / re-engineering of components
  • Follow work instructions and predefined rules in respect of safety, quality, delivery and costs standards
  • Contribute and implement lean manufacturing processes and continuous improvement activities

SAFETY:

  • At all times follows safe systems of working and follows Grundfos Manufacturing Health and Safety policy. Adopt a safe behaviours culture
  • Respect  all company safety policies and procedures

QUALITY:

  • Adhere to quality policies / procedures and respect them
  • Produce quality work which meets or exceeds both internal and external stakeholder requirements

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT:

  • Propose and formulate improvements ideas
  • Participate in and contribute to continuous improvement workshops
  • Consistently demonstrate respect for all stakeholders in the business and work productively and respectfully with others towards team and company goals
  • Act and adopt collaborative behavior to improve team work

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

Full Engineering Technician Level 3 Standard.

First year is full time college.

The remainder is day release to college.

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).

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) - Product  Design and Development
  • Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

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Possibility of full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Any Other Subject (Grade 9-4 or A*-C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-4 or A*-C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-4 or A*-C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 9-4 or A*-C) Essential

About the employer

Grundfos Manufacturing Ltd are a UK leader in the supply of pumps and pump systems for domestic, commercial building services and process industry applications. In addition, Grundfos is a major supplier to the water supply and treatment industries and provider of packaged fire sets. Grundfos are part of the Grundfos Group that employ over 19,000 in 83 companies worldwide.

Employer

GRUNDFOS MANUFACTURING LIMITED

Address

Ferry Boat Lane

Castletown

Sunderland Tyne & Wear

SR5 3JL

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Training

Training provider

CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

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