Apprentice machining technician

Description

Applications to the vacancy have already been submitted to the client and interviews are currently in progress. We are still logging your interest and will submit your application should the client not fill the vacancy at interviews.

Job description:

Industrial Pumps Limited are looking for an Apprentice machining technician to complete a Level 3 Machining Technician apprenticeship. The successful applicant will be willing to learn new skills and work in a team environment with good problem-solving skills. They will learn how to read technical drawings, and manufacture parts to a high specification. They will become skilled in both traditional methods of machining (milling/ turning/grinding) and the more modern method of CNC milling.

Good housekeeping and working in a safe manner complying with our strict health and safety policy will be highly important.

Role & responsibilities

• Cutting material for machining components on a variety of equipment
• Machining of components using manual turning/ milling and CNC milling
• Learning to read technical drawings
• Working to specific tolerances
• Hand fitting and assembly of components when required
• Making tooling when required

Skills required:

• Good problem-solving skills
• Punctual
• Good communication skills
• Good housekeeping skills

Personal qualities the candidate must have:

• Ability to work safely
• Positive attitude to learning
• Enjoys practical tasks
• Motivated

Employer description:

Chris Garner (ex Mono Pumps Engineer) formed Industrial Pumps in 1988 which became incorporated in 2002 and commenced trading as Industrial Pumps Limited on 1 April 2006 after 18 years of successful trading as a partnership.

Industrial Pumps is one of only seven official Mono Pumps distributors in the UK, is an official distributor for Lowara, and are the only authorised repairer of the Haigh range of sewage equipment, including:

• Ace Screeners
• Macerators
• Lipseps
• Lipactors

Industrial Pumps is actively involved in resolving customers’ problems and prides itself on quality/service and technical ability. In fact, at Industrial Pumps we see ourselves as more than just a pump supplier, we see ourselves as pumping consultants with expertise to help solve our customers’ problems.

Our service levels can be considered very high. Reaction to customers’ requests/requirements are a priority with all personnel working as a team to ensure our high standards are maintained.

Things to consider:

During the first year you will be required to attend the University of Sheffield AMRC Training Centre in Sheffield, full time for an initial block of study. You will return to your workplace one Friday per month. After the initial block training you will attend the AMRC Training Centre for one day a week to undertake the knowledge study. The remaining four days will be spent in company learning on the job.

Please note the AMRC Training Centre reserves the right to close applications ahead of the published closing date.

Qualification Requirements:

Advanced Apprenticeships entry requirements

You will need both of the following:

• GCSE English language C or 4 or above
• GCSE Maths C or 4 or above.

Applicants are also required to successfully complete a series of assessments at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre, as well as an employer recruitment and selection process to secure a place on an apprenticeship programme.

Apprenticeship applications are open for 2024.

Apply now.