Mill Services Apprentice

The apprentice will be required to:

Consistently work within the organisation’s Quality Assurance. and Health, Safety and Environmental systems and procedures Re-turn mill rolls using both the Swift plunging and copying lathes. Using correct tooling and gauges to specific pass layouts Operate pedestal and surface grinder to maintain sharp cutting surfaces on all facing and plunging tools Operate Wendt grinding and wheel dressing machines to re-dress carbide rolling rings to tight tolerances Operate ribbing lathe to insert specialised rib profiles into rolls to produce rebar. Identify correct stands to be stripped for refurb and rebuild Use oxy acetylene burning equipment and hydraulic jacks and high-pressure oil injection units Understand the forward rolling programme to ensure all spare guide boxes are available for the current Rolling Mill setup Be able to maintain and set up a series of guide boxes used for the Rolling Mill, using correct templates and guiding equipment Update computer system as necessary Use computer systems effectively to complete or record activities as required Operate forklift trucks and overhead cranes for material handling Maintain high standards of housekeeping

Training:

Engineering Operative Level 2.

Day release at The Sheffield College Advanced Technology Centre, Olive Grove Road, Sheffield. 

Training Outcome:

Upon sucessful completion of the apprenticeship there may be the opportunity of a full-time permanent position.

Employer Description:
Marcegaglia Long Products is a global producer of high quality stainless steel long products. We are known for our ability to offer high quality and reliable products in a wide range of grades, shapes and sizes. Our stainless steel is sustainable material with over 90% recycled content. Products are melted in Europe with energy sources and raw materials that provide our customers a lower than industry average carbon footprint. The Long Products businesses are known for the invention of stainless steel as well as being the first in the world to roll stainless steel wire rod in Fagersta, Sweden. Our offering includes Prodec® bar that stands for highly improved machinable bars. Our long legacy gives a proven track record of our technical expertise that customers benefit when dealing with us.

Working Hours :
Shift pattern to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness