Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship - Tool & Die

Year 1 of the apprenticeship:

5 days off the job training at a specialist Training Provider (College) - learning both practical and theoretical skills in engineering

Year 2 until the completion of the apprenticeship:

4 days on the job training based at the Unipres plant followed by continued studies 1 day a week with a specialist Training Provider (College)

The two available departments for the Mechatronics pathway are as follows:

Die Maintenance Department:

Fixing and maintaining the tools that go into the presses - mechanically biased). Repairing and maintaining press tools using the stamping of steel components. You will learn how to use milling machines, lathes, surface grinders and specialist welding techniques. Hand tools such as hacksaws, files and pneumatic grinders.

This apprenticeship is specifically tailored to the Tool & Die pathway

What can we offer you?

Annual holiday entitlement of 26 days and 8 Bank Holiday (company shut down in summer and Christmas) Free onsite car park Free electric car charging points on site Car lease scheme Accident repair technician, Level 3 (A level) Pension (GPP) 4.5% employee and 4.5% employer Life Assurance 4x pensionable pay (after 1 years service for GPP members) Private healthcare On-site occupational health support Company sick pay Enhanced paternity leave Enhanced maternity leave Cycle to work scheme Profit share Sports and social club Long service awards Monthly prize draw On-site canteen

Training:

Year 1 of the apprenticeship:

5 days off the job training at a specialist Training Provider - learning both practical and theoretical skills in engineering.

Year 2 until the completion of the apprenticeship:

4 days on the job training based at the Unipres plant followed by continued studies 1 day a week with a specialist Training Provider (College).

The successful candidates will gain a full Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician Standard - pathway Tool & Die Maintenance. You will work alongside other talented technicians within either our Die Maintenance Department gaining the relevant skills.

The qualifications the apprentice will receive are as follows:

Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence). Level 2 Award Foundation Phase Gateway Assessment. Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) - Tool & Die. Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Technology (QCF).

Training Outcome:

Apprentices can progress into full-time work with opportunities to progress through the ranks. Option to progress education further by completing a HNC Level of study. (Higher Apprenticeship in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Level 4).

Employer Description:

For three decades, Unipres has prided itself on delivering excellence in the automotive industry from our plant in Sunderland. We are a global company powered by local people – focused on achieving product excellence, committed to developing our skilled workforce and dedicated to driving forward innovation across the automotive industry. The Sunderland plant, is the focal points of Unipres operations in Europe. As a manufacturer of press-formed automotive components, we apply technical skills, including expertise in safety and environmental performance, to create a range of technology solutions tailored to meet the needs of our customers.

Working Hours :
Year 1: College - 08:30 - 15:30 (Transport provided from Unipres Sunderland throughout year 1 to College). Years 2 - 4: Unipres plant 4 days a week - 06:45 - 15:03 (shifts dependent on age and department). College day release: 09:00 - 16:00.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Work under own initiative,Prioritise workload,Time Management