Plastic Omnium - Apprentice Tool & Die Maintenance Technician PLASTIC OMNIUM AUTOMOTIVE LIMITED
Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship (4 yrs) during which time you will attend our Training Centre on block release followed by day release for training and further education. The remainder of your time will be spent with your employer, training in Engineering.
Closing date: 19 May 2024
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£13,500.00
Annual review and increment during your apprenticeship.
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Working week
Mon - Fri (Hours to be confirmed) 37.5hrs per week in the first year rising to 40 hours per week.
Total hours per week: 37.5
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Expected duration
4 Years
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Possible start date
16 Sep 2024
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Date posted
18 Apr 2024
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000245771
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
Working alongside experienced and qualified staff, you will learn all aspects of Toolmaking. Working under Supervision, you will work towards being responsible for the following tasks:
- Using and interpreting Engineering data and documentation to include 2D drawings of tool assemblies, specific parts, 3D cad data of mould tools.
- Highlight potential tooling issues and find a suitable way to disassemble mould tools, Standard working instruction documenation, Tool preventative maintenance documentation and schedules.
- Tool specific cooling circuit diagrams, Hydraulic circuit diagrams, critical spares lists, hot runner systems & diagrams.
- Carrying out checks and maintenance as outlined within the PPM (Planned, Preventative Maintenance) scheme.
- Fault diagnosis and repair on Injection mould tools.
- Use internal PC based system to log faults and repairs.
- Understand engineering drawings and 3D CAD data to interpret and analyse tooling faults and aid in ther respective repairs in order to maintain production requirements.
- Work cohesively with the engineering team.
The training you will be getting
- Level 3 Engineering Technician - Toolmaker at North West Training Council, Liverpool.
- Block release for 42 weeks; remainder spent with employer.
- A Technical training assessor will support you throughout your apprenticeship.
- NWTC in Liverpool will deliver your training and monitor your Apprenticeship on a regular basis to ensure you achieve the standards required including; core skills, knowledge and occupational behaviours in preparation for gateway / End Point Assessment.
- Qualifications include;
- Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)
- Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Toolmaker, Tool and Die Maintenance
- Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
- Expected progression onto a level 4 apprenticeship
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade C/4 or above) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
PLASTIC OMNIUM AUTOMOTIVE LIMITED
Address
Plastic Omnium Automotive Ltd
Unit C, Skyline Drive
Great Sankey
WA5 3TP
Training
Training provider
NORTH WEST TRAINING COUNCIL
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Apprenticeship standard
Engineering technician
Level 3 (A level)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
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