Manufacturing Toolmaker Apprentice

Duties to include but not limited to:

Use of manual milling machine Use of lathes CNC milling and turning Blocking up Use of surface and cylindrical grinders Use of manual and CNC spark Eroders/ Wire Eroders Modification & repair of Injection Mould Tools Manufacture and fitting of new injection mould tools Using hand tools such as files, hacksaws and grinders Additional training in general toolmaking, milling, grinding and fitting Additional training to use Wiring of Hot runner systems and fault finding Cleaning/General maintenance of workshop Design office CAM Programming Laser welding Fork lift Microsoft office

Training:
Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Standard Level 4 HNC in Engineering or Manufacturing

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/engineering-manufacturing-technician-v1-1

Training Outcome:
Progression is available within the company from machinist to technician and onto engineer and designer for candidates with ambition and capability Engineering apprenticeships are now available from Level 2 through to Level 7 Degree in engineering with Neptune

Employer Description:
Neptune Engineering is a well-established precision engineering company. We offer a wide range of high tolerance production engineering moulds and bespoke tooling to manufacturers across the UK. The company employs over 20 engineers and support staff in its production facility in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. The range of services range from Computer Aided design (CAD/CAM) through to automated machining on Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Multi tool production machinery, as well as traditional machining equipment.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 5.00pm and Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm

Skills:
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,Enthusiasm/Motivation,High standards,Good time management,Reliable,Hardworking