- Rotate around a number of business areas to learn/develop skills in a variety of engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical/electronic and design engineering
- Develop core Engineering skills in:
CAD design
Production automation
PLC programming
Electronics
Programming
Data analysis/reporting
- Alongside this, you will complete short placements with our commercial areas to help you gain an understanding of the wider business
- In Year 1 & Year 2 you will rotate around these areas to develop your skills.
- In Year 3 & Year 4 you will then begin to specialise in one of these areas and complete a more focused placement.
- Your college studies will complement your on-the-job learning. Training:- This apprenticeship will be delivered in partnership with Shrewsbury Colleges Group, you will be required to attend the London Road Campus, SY2 6PR.
- Year 1 & Year 2 will be 3 days at college, 2 days at Ricoh
- Year 3 & Year 4 will be full-time on the job training at Ricoh, with the opportunity to advance on to Level 4 HNC Engineering qualification which is 1 day a week at college
- You will also receive additional workplace training relevant to your programme and opportunity to take part in wider company projects and team building activities. Training Outcome:Although we can not 100% guarantee employment opportunities upon completion of this apprenticeship, our initial target is a Junior Engineer within one of our Engineering teams with the opportunity to grow into a higher level role as your skills/experience develop. This may also include opportunity to complete a B'Eng Degree level qualification.Employer Description:Ricoh UK Products Ltd is where Ricoh brings together our customers & partners to optimise today’s world of print and influence the digital print applications and services of the future. We provide a world class customer experience that demonstrates digital manufacturing and showcases the latest technologies that Ricoh has to offer. We regularly welcome new and existing customers and partners to our facility to share our knowledge and to work together to drive innovation in the world of print.
Ricoh UK Products Ltd is a subsidiary of ETRIA.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday, 8:15am - 5:00pm
Friday, 8:15am - 12:15pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
What you’ll do at work Machining - mechanical principles leading to advance CNC machining centres and CAD/CAM Moulding - plastic and rubber injection moulding, tool design and processes Plating - advanced electroplating processes Designing - 3D cad, product and tool design Manufacturing Engineering - assembly tooling and production processes and quality control processes Test House - testing of new products to meet specification qualification Toolroom - mechanical principles leading to advance CNC machining centres and CAD/CAM Production - product familiarisation and assembly method
When in reality its more:
Setting and operating CNC lathes to produce small to medium size batches of work in a timely manner
Inspecting work to Engineering drawings using various measuring equipment and reporting any quality defects to the machine shop supervisor
Daily, weekly and monthly maintenance checks on machines, including maintaining good housekeeping standards, 5S requirements and reporting any issues promptly to supervision
Optimising efficiencies through reduced set-up and cycle times, plus tool life monitoring
De-burring, cleaning, final inspection, and completion of all traceability documentation
Training:Engineering and Manufacturing Support TechnicianLevel 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
Year 1 will be spent at IPS International training centre in Medway City Estate, Rochester
Year 2 will be with the employer, with one day release at IPS International
Years 3 and 4 will be full time with the employer
Training Outcome:
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be the potential to advance within the business into any areas described
Advance to level 4 qualification for those wishing to qualify as an Engineer
Employer Description:Amphenol LTD is a manufacturing site within the family of companies that forms the Amphenol Corporation, a global interconnect specialist generating in excess of $13 billion yearly revenue with over 90,000 employees. Employing around 300 people at the site in Whitstable, Kent, Amphenol LTD offers a full design and manufacturing service for a large range of connectors and interconnect solutions, including cable assembly, over-moulding and electronic packaging. In the age of globalisation, Amphenol LTD is proud to have retained full end-to-end manufacturing capability for its products in the UK, whilst having opened access to low cost manufacturing sites around the world to complement its offering to customers globally. Accredited to AS9100, an innovative and a leading edge manufacturer of both connectors and interconnect systems for applications within the Military and Aerospace markets, Amphenol LTD is dedicated to providing customers with the latest technology to meet the needs of interconnection in a variety of challenging
applications. With engineering and customer service teams based out of our manufacturing site we are the local point of contact for our UK customers to access the full Amphenol product portfolio and for our global customers to access the specialist products and services that Amphenol LTD can provide.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 4.30pm and Friday 8.00am to 1.30pm.Skills: Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Willing to learn,Methodical....Read more...
This apprenticeship runs for 48 months and will provide you with the technical expertise and practical skills needed to excel in a high-tech engineering environment, with the possibility of full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
The apprenticeship is held in partnership with Bath College at the Radstock Somer Valley Campus. The apprentice will be expected to attend college in person for part of their working week, and attend work at Locksbrook the days you are not at college.
Through a combination of classroom and work based learning over 4 years, the Maintenance Apprentice will gain knowledge of a broad range of activities which may include installation, testing, fault finding, rectification, modifications and the on-going planned maintenance of complex automated equipment, under the supervision and guidance of senior staff.
Duties will include:
Perform preventive and reactive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems
Diagnose faults and implement corrective actions to ensure equipment efficiency
Assist with the calibration and testing of mechatronic systems to maintain high-performance standards
Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities using digital tools
Work closely with engineers, technicians, and team leaders to support production goals
Undertake general day to day maintenance activities
Maintain a high standard of 5S
Read and understand electrical, mechanical and fluid drawings
Ensure company policies and procedures are adhered to at all times
Ensure compliance with all relevant Environmental, Health & Safety and regulatory legislation
Actively support continuous improvement activities throughout the business
Training:
Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Training will take place for two days per week at our Somer Valley Campus in Radstock
Training Outcome:
Apprentices can progress to Maintenance Operative and Maintenance Engineer
Employer Description:Horstman is a high value added, innovative engineering business with a global footprint that provides quality, technically excellent solutions for customers. World leading in the design and development of military vehicle suspension systems, we cover solutions from ultra-lightweight wheeled vehicle , C130 air portable vehicles, through to infantry and engineer vehicles up to the heaviest in the fleet as well as Main Battle Tanks.
We are based in Bath, UK and as part of the Global RENK Group by working for Horstman you become part of an international team committed to providing the highest standards to our customers and partners around the world. Many of the positions within the business give opportunities for international travel meeting customers or suppliers.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 7.30am - 4.00pm and Friday, 7.30am - 12.30pm.Skills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Initiative....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.'s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc. Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America. The Engineering, Facilities and Maintenance Manager is responsible for directing all engineering activities and maintaining and upgrading the Site's facilities and production equipment. In addition, this position is responsible for maintaining/advancing a viable and visual Preventative Maintenance Program at the facility, while identifying capital requirements for the annual capital plan. Responsibilities also include developing and assisting in value stream design and implementation of lean principles and tools within the manufacturing environment. This includes, but is not limited to, assisting with value stream mapping, employee training, continuous improvement event facilitation, waste identification and elimination, problem solving (through the scientific method), work area and station design and layout, visual control implementation, material flow, and progress tracking and communication. Lastly, this resource acts as a passionate advocate for a cultural change toward lean thinking throughout the organization.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Partner with LEAN leadership in eliminating unplanned production interruptions. Use DAKOTA as the compliance tool to report incidents, near misses and non-conformances, and to maintain compliance with EH&S. Work with the maintenance crew to implement the needed preventative measures. Recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions. Prepare capital projects for submission to management. Included are costs, schedule, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and needed procedures. Serve as lead project engineer for approved capital projects with the goal of on time and on budget completion. Develop and administer a viable and visual Preventative Maintenance Program that reduces downtime and improves overall reliability of production and production supporting machinery. Responsible for identifying capital requirements for the facility's annual capital plan and budget. Direct, review, and approve product design and changes consistent with MOC procedures. Recruit departmental employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence. Analyze annual site utility expenditure and develop plan to optimize plant efficiency to reduce costs (ISO 14001). Perform administrative functions such as reviewing and writing reports, approving expenditures, enforcing rules, and making decisions about the purchase of materials or services. Integrate the plant PHA initiative with the appropriate capital projects. Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operations and work with the maintenance crew to implement the needed preventative measures. Interface with leadership, operators, and maintenance to develop needed TPM programs. Support SPC, DOE's, and other Quality initiatives. Lead Engineer for the production processes. Develop facility infrastructure upgrade plan.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
B.S. in Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
At least 1-2 years in a supervisory role. 5-10 years of Facility and Process Engineering experience. Experience managing capital projects required. Experience is Engineering Management. PHA and "Process Safety Management" experience a positive.
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. People Interaction - Ability to work with diverse groups to reach consensus regarding problems, and needed changes.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, balance, talk, hear, and lift up to 50 lbs.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:
The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $99,222 and $124,027. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law. The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
You will have the opportunity to work alongside highly experienced colleagues on IT projects as well as be given encouragement to explore the areas of IT which interest them the most within a supportive environment.
Your tasks will include:
Provide the first port of call for issues raised by users concerning IT hardware and connectivity – working with other team members as necessary to diagnose and resolve faults
Create end user accounts in line with company policies and procedures
Document all resolutions within helpdesk
Document any revised or new procedures working with other team members
Communicate all resolutions promptly and effectively and always providing a high level of customer service
Assist the Security & Infrastructure lead in projects and new system setups
Setting up new hardware e.g. Laptops and Desktop computers
Training:
This training programme is completed via an Apprenticeship Standard at level 3 and learners will achieve a Pearson Level 3 Information Communications Technician qualification
Apprentices without Level 2 English and mathematics will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End Point Assessment
Regular training contact will support the learner to develop the occupation standard’s knowledge, skills and behaviours. The learner will build a portfolio of evidence-based on real work projects
The Apprenticeship Standard has three pathways to choose from:
Support Technician
Network Technician
Digital Communications Technician
Training Outcome:This will provide a solid foundation into IT Support as a career and can lead to promotion to IT support technician from which the successful candidate can narrow their skills into various trajectories including Network Engineering, Security Specialist, Cloud Computing Engineer.Employer Description:Amphenol LTD is a manufacturing site within the family of companies that forms the Amphenol Corporation, a global interconnect specialist generating in excess of $8 billion yearly revenue with over 74,000 employees.
Employing around 260 people at the site in Whitstable, Kent, Amphenol LTD offers a full design and manufacturing service for a large range of connectors and interconnect solutions, including cable assembly, over-moulding and electronic packaging. In the age of globalisation, Amphenol LTD is proud to have retained full end-to-end manufacturing capability for its products in the UK, whilst having opened access to low cost manufacturing sites around the world to complement its offering to customers globally.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.30pm and Friday, 8.00am - 1.30pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Willing to learn,Reliable....Read more...
