Sheet Metal Fabricator Apprentice

As a member of our team you will work in the manufacture of sheet metal components. You will be able to work as part of a team or on your own where necessary. You will be taught to understand engineering drawings, tolerances and specifications. You will learn how to correctly use hand and power tools as well as learning the use of a variety of machinery. You will become competent with the use of drills, milling machines and lathes. You will become competent with the use of a variety of CNC machines including laser cutting, punching and folding metal. You will also become competent in the MIG and TIG welding of a variety of materials including mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium. You will also learn to finish work to the high standards required and work to deadlines.

Training:

This apprenticeship will consist of a 4 days working at the company address (LS12 5JB), and 1 day at Print Works Campus (LS10 1JY)

Monday to Thursday, 08.00 - 16.30. Friday, 08.00 - 15.30 (39 hours).

Training Outcome:
Progression to a permanent position at the end of a successful apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Established in 2003 by Ian Taylor, Alan Malcolm, David Hopton and Paul Griffiths who all brought extensive experience in the sheet metal industry. We beat the odds to quickly establish Applied Metal Technology Ltd and one of West Yorkshire’s leading sheet metal companies. Quickly growing our client base and our work force to 20+ employees. Now running out of three factories, we have continually invested in the latest technology, be that software-based solutions or new manufacturing machinery, to allow us to be competitive in an ever-changing marketplace. The company is now led by Paul Griffiths and Alan’s son Stuart Malcolm. Always looking forward to ways we can develop and improve our company and services when working with existing and new clients.

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday, 08.00 - 16.30. Friday, 08.00 - 15.30.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative