Engineering Apprentice Goodman Mould Tools

Exciting opportunity to learn all aspects of mould making. For the ideal candidate there is lots of opportunity to progress to different and more challenging roles within the business. Fast paced friendly environment and good structure salary for the right candidate with 3 monthly salary reviews. Duties will include learning all aspects of fitting and manual machinery.

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Closing date: 08 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,189.72

    For the right candidate we would be looking at paying between £7.49 and £10.50/hour depending on their current stage in their apprenticeship. For a person who had completed their apprenticeship the starting pay would be @£12.00-£15.00/hour

  • Working week

    Monday - Thursday 08:00 - 16:30 Friday 08:00 - 15:30. (Exact tbc)

    Total hours per week: 39

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    16 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    24 Jul 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000185692

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Trainee engineer learning all aspects of blow mould making
  • Being part of a team that manufacture from start to finish quality moulds for the food, beauty and agricultural industries
  • Day to day learning to programme, set and operate CNC milling machines
  • Being able to a team player working to deadlines and schedules

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

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Harlow College offers 2 different routes through the Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard.

Qualifications achieved:

Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Competence)
Level 2 Diploma in Machining (Knowledge)
You will be required to achieve the following qualifications:

Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Competence) - Machining / Mechatronics
Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Machining/Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Knowledge)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • This is a permanent position.  There is a lot of chance for progression into CAD/CAM roles within the company for the right candidate.  Training in ongoing at all times.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Patience, Self motivated, Punctual

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Grade C/Level 4 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Grade C/Level 4 or above) Essential
BTEC or equivalent Engineering (Grade Level 2 or above) Essential

Things to consider

Good timekeeping Attention to detail Team player Common sense Free car parking available Walking distance from Hertford East (@10 minutes) Walking distance from Hertford Bus Station (@15 minutes)

About the employer

With over 50 years experience in blow mould industry, GMT was a well established reputation for providing quality moulds for the food, beverage, beauty and agricultural industries, both in the UK and overseas. We work closely with clients offering a complete product design service from inception to manufacture and delivery, from single cavity to 28 cavity moulds. We have the latest mould making machinery sourced globally to keep up with the latest technology.

Employer

Goodman Mould Tools

Address

10 CENTRUS

MEAD LANE

HERTFORD

SG13 7GX

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Training

Training provider

HARLOW COLLEGE

Contact

Kellie Tighe

Ktighe@harlow-college.ac.uk

07377125961

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

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