Foundry Apprentice UNITED CAST BAR (UK) LIMITED

This is a fantastic apprenticeship opportunity to join a Chesterfield based manufacturer. The role will involve working as part of a dedicated team in the foundry to load, run and unload casting machines. Duties include setting up machines for casting operations and loading machines with materials for casting.

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Closing date: 06 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,500.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 8.00am - 4.00pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    09 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    27 Jun 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000177773

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Setting up machines for casting operations
  • Loading machines with materials for casting
  • Operating casting machines
  • Cleaning down casting machines
  • Unloading casting machines
  • Moving materials around the manufacturing site

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

  • You will be expected to work towards the Engineering operative
    Level 2 (GCSE) Standard, with support from your employer and the Chesterfield College Group.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Engineering
  • Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence.
  • Potential for full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
  • Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 3) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 3) Essential

About the employer

United Cast Bar is the home of Unibar Continuous Cast Iron, produced in two of Europe's most prestigious foundries and distributed through the United Cast Bar distribution network.

Employer

UNITED CAST BAR (UK) LIMITED

Address

. Spital Lane

Chesterfield

S41 0EX

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Training

Training provider

CHESTERFIELD COLLEGE

Contact

Hannah Donald

donaldh@chesterfield.ac.uk

07970031397

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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