Electrical Sub Assembly Apprenticeship

During this apprenticeship you will learn how to read and use technical drawings, solder and crimp to wire and test electrical assemblies. Working on individual assemblies that will be used in the final production of our machine tools.                                                   

Training:

Formal training is delivered at HWGTA, located in Worcester (WR4 9GN).

 

Duration approximately 18 months,

Training is delivered as block release (4 days per week at HWGTA and 1 day in your company), 3 x 6-week blocks within the Training Centre, plus a 4-week block within a classroom setting to cover practical and theory aspects, working to complete the following qualifications:

EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)

EAL Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Operations (Knowledge)

Training Outcome:
Potential to become a Team Leader in Electrical Sub Assembly Potential to continue your education by possiblely completing a level 3 apprenticeship or an ILM level 3

Employer Description:
Yamazaki Mazak UK Ltd is based at the European manufacturing plant in Worcester, which also houses the European Technology Centre (ETC) and gives customers direct access to support from the UK’s largest and most expert team of engineers, with vast experience in machine tool applications for almost every industry sector. Our European Manufacturing Plant is not just a machine tool assembly plant. We pride ourselves in managing a complete operation. We machine our castings, we make our own spindles, our own turrets, our own tool magazines and our own sheet metal covers. We’re committed to manufacturing in Europe and have continually invested in new machinery and equipment for the factory since its opening in 1987.

Working Hours :
During your apprenticeship normal working hours will be from 08:15 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, but can be adjusted starting as early as 07:45. Once you are qualified you will move on to shift work, 5:30 am - 1:30pm and 2:00pm to 10:30 pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Demonstrate Practical ability,Hardworking,Self-motivated,Good time management,Work well under pressure