Machine Shop Apprentice Grinding Technician (Level 3 Machining Technician)

To be able to produce components / tooling using a range of manual machines safely and to the required quality and within reasonable time scales. To be able to setup and operate various CNC Machines 3 axis to 5 axis to produce accurate components safely and to the required quality and within reasonable time scales. To be able to read drawings and measure components to the drawing tolerances using various measuring kit. To be able to use computers and software to aid in the manufacture of components. Grinding components to tight tolerances. Selecting grinding wheels and balancing wheels dependant on material. Inspecting components using Taylor Hobson Instruments and various other techniques. Using modern etchers and printers.

Training:
Apprentices attend Loughborough College 1 day per week during term time, to study embedded BTEC qualification. College starts in September. A trainer/assessor will visit the apprentice(s) in the workplace.

Training Outcome:

To be a fully skilled Grinding Technician Cylindrical & Surface.

Employer Description:
Taylor Hobson Ltd was established in 1886 and acquired by AMETEK in 2004. TH is a world leader in field of surface and form metrology, providing contact and non-contact measurement solutions to the most demanding applications with a worldwide infrastructure to support clients. Markets include optics, automotive, aerospace, medical, precision machining, and next generation technologies, particularly semiconductor, hard disk, precision optics and energy.

Working Hours :
Mon – Thur 7:30am to 4pm and Fri 7:30am to 12:30pm

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