CNC Machining / Tool Room Apprentice

We are offering a 4 year apprenticeship in which you will benefit from working closely with highly skilled engineers to learn and develop cnc machining skills and knowledge.

The Tool Room Apprentice will report to the Tool Room Manager and will be exposed to all areas of the machining tool room with a focus on learning how to use various Grinding machines to produce dies and machine parts to directly support the production areas of the business.

Duties and Responsibilities

Programming, setting, and operating Cylindrical Grinding machines. Programming, setting and operating Surface Grinding machines. Tool repair and maintenance. Mnufacturing tooling for use in compression and injection moulding to high tolerances. Participating in continuous improvement activities in the tool room Maintaining and managing supply of consumables Working under your own initiative to interpret engineering drawings Solving engineering problems to deliver on production timelines Flexibly adapting to shifting priorities

Training:

Machining Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

3 x 5-week practical training modules in hand fitting, turning and milling  Level 3 Extended Diploma in Machining  End-point assessment

Training Outcome:
Full time position upon completion of apprenticeship

Employer Description:
FST are a leading manufacturer of sealing systems for the automobile manufacturing industry; supporting global OEMS worldwide. It is a long-standing technology expert and a world leader in demanding and innovative sealing technologies for applications in many industries, including e-mobility and renewable energies. With its long-established materials and technology expertise, the company is a proven supplier of high-quality and complex products, as well as a development and service partner for customers in the automotive industry and in general industry. The Corteco brand is a specialist for the independent automotive aftermarket. Freudenberg Sealing Technologies invests heavily in research and development in order to continuously deliver new solutions in response to industry’s increasing requirements. The company turns to sustainability and innovation to develop environmentally- friendly products designed to help reduce the CO2 footprint.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm Thursday, 8.00am - 1.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative