Machining Apprentice
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Company: UPE Engineering Ltd
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Location: Luton, LU3 3AN
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary:
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Sector: Engineering
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Ref: VAC-11861
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Application Deadline Date: 28/07/2019
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Start Date: 01/09/2019
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Positions Available: 3
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Working Week: Monday - Friday 8am to 4pm 40 hours per week
Brief Description
Machining (Workshop based). Developed utilising the most advanced equipment covering CNC Milling, CNC Turning, and Inspection, by our highly skilled workforce.
Qualifications Required
To be considered for this role you must have 5 GCSEs A*- C (9-4) in English, Maths and Science or equivalent qualification. Or previous experience in engineering is desirable but not essential.
Personal Qualities
Must be a conscientious, hardworking, team player with can do attitude, the determination to succeed are also key to the role.
Skills Required
Logical, methodical, and problem solving skills, preferably hands on with an aptitude to be inquisitive and resourceful.
Training to be Provided
Performing Engineering Operations NVQ Level 2 Diploma (QCF) – with bias to match your chosen pathway
Future Prospects
There are few limitations for the right applicant, The expectation at minimum is that the apprentice develops into a much valued member of our highly skilled team.
Vacancy Detail
Machining (Workshop based). Developed utilising the most advanced equipment covering CNC Milling, CNC Turning, and Inspection, by our highly skilled workforce.
The candidate will be developed utilising the most advanced equipment covering :
1. CNC Milling , programming/setting/operating/inspection
2. CNC Turning, programming/setting/operating/inspection
3. Using CMMs, height gauges, shadowgraphs, contraces, & surface testers,
4. Using micrometers, bore micrometers, depth micrometers, digital verniers, & clocks.
5. Using flatness testing, gauging methods, & thread gauges
6. Calibration accuracy
7. Company Metrics - understanding of the Companies /cell metrics, & individual performance measures
8. Understanding of machine capability & SPC
9. Problem solving techniques also including learning all aspects of the manufacturing process.
10. Will also include mechanical assembly and department inspection.
UPE Engineering greatest asset is its employees, all of which are very knowledgeable and highly skilled. Our employees are willing to share their skills, knowledge and expertise thus creating a great learning opportunity for the chosen individual. The company program will be supported with formal qualifications in conjunction with Bedford College. The business objective is to train and develop the candidate to a competent level and to become a highly valued member of our team. There are no development limitations meaning further progress and development will be forthcoming if the candidate works hard and demonstrates the right attitude and performs to the exacting standard expected. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a successful organisation and flourish.
Other Information
The workshop environment at UPE Engineering is very clean and modern. The role will involve being on your feet most of the day. All PPE is provided by the company.