Purpose of the Position:
This apprenticeship is in conjunction with West Notts College leading to a qualification in Metal Fabrication.
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not exclusive to:
- Structure, properties and characteristics of common metals.
- Looking at typical problems which may arise.
- Approved diagnostic methods.
- Importance of using approved processes.
- How roles and functions in the organisation interact.
- The need to continually review fabrication and general engineering processes in workplace meetings.
- Tools and techniques for cutting, shaping, assembling and finishing materials.
- Pattern development processes, tooling and equipment, cutting and forming techniques.
- Assembly, finishing and inspection techniques.
- Factors influencing selection of forming process and principles, procedures, and testing of different joint techniques.
- Using equipment associated with manual or mechanised joining techniques including maintenance and consumables.
- Effects of heating and cooling metals.
- How to interpret relevant engineering data and documentation.
- Attend college and produce work of a high standard.
- To adhere to the Job Pack information, including signing Job Pack forms.
- To refer to and follow the Company Personnel Instructions where appropriate.
- To remain on the job in a productive role.
- To assist the Works Supervisor, Lead Operative and mentors.
- To listen to the mentors and develop skills.
- To inform Works Supervisor, Lead Operative and mentors of any urgently required equipment, concerns regarding parts/build/ people/equipment.
- To effectively maintain the tidiness, safety and cleanliness of the work areas.
- As required sign for the receipt of delivered goods, deliver goods to the required area, forward any signed paperwork to the Works Supervisor.
- Ensure full compliance with the company’s Business Management System within your area of responsibility.
Essential Qualifications / Experience :
- Minimum GCSE Level 4 (Grade C) in Maths and English Language
- Good attention to detail
- Self-motivated and reliable
- Genuine interest in this field of manufacturing
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