Apprentice Machinist (Lean Manufacturing) ACER COMPONENTS & COATINGS LIMITED

Exciting opportunity to join a growing Engineering and Coatings company in Washington. Knowledge and experience in turning and milling would be advantageous. Also, reading from engineering drawings and a good understanding of CAD. Basic electronics knowledge would be beneficial.

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Closing date: 29 Sep 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £11,700.00

  • Working week

    Mon-Fri between 8am - 4pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    02 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    12 Jun 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000172585

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Turning
  • Milling
  • Drilling
  • Preparing material for coating or machining
  • Customers range from large manufacturers to members of the public

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

Full Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Standard which includes a Level 2 Diploma in Manufacturing (knowledge and skills).

All training to take place at the employer's premises.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Our first trainee machinist is now Machine Shop Supervisor.

Our first apprentice is still with us after completing level 2 Lean Manufacturing and has had a pay rise as well as securing a full time position. We are a great believer in promotion from within.

 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Number 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 9-5 - A*-B) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 9-4 or A*-C) Essential

About the employer

We are a powder coating and machining company. Powder/Wet Coating all types of fabrications. Engineering - Turning, Milling, Drilling and Fabrication. Shot Blasting Laser Welding

Employer

ACER COMPONENTS & COATINGS LIMITED

Address

UNIT 13

FARADAY CLOSE

WASHINGTON

NE38 8QJ

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Training

Training provider

CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Lean manufacturing operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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