Alcon - Level 3 Quality Engineering Apprenticeship

Fantastic opportunity to work in an engineering company who design and manufacture ultra-high-quality brake, clutch and other automotive components to Motorsport, top OEM and Special Vehicle markets.

Quality department is a support function responsible to perform the higher level inspection of our products and provide the resources to keep our high standards. That also includes the implementation of systems to sustain quality processes and accreditations.

To support the department internal activities related to gauges, inspection, scrap and quarantine control, new product introduction, as well as the culture of total quality and continuous improvement throughout the company.

Measuring first articles manufactured/CNC program prove outs Measuring first off component after the machine set-up Performing in process quality control measurements Creating dimensional reports for customer Reverse engineering components for the design engineering department Provide quality engineers with dimensional reports for non-conforming components Assisting quality engineers with measurement system studies

Training:

Together with invaluable commercial and practical experience, you’ll gain several academic and vocational qualifications throughout your time with your employer and Make UK, which are fully paid for, including: 

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Practical Foundation Training – in year 1, in 6 week blocks to include 4 weeks at Make UK and 2 weeks in company Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Workplace Competence Training - in years 2 to 4 in company Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Development Knowledge - in Years 1, 2 & 3 on block release to Make UK In house training in line with your requirements. Further qualifications deemed necessary by your employer

On completion of your studies, you will achieve your full apprenticeship certification that will prove competence as a Level 3 Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician.

Training Outcome:

Our Alcon Apprentices, once they have completed a 4 year apprenticeship will become fully qualified Technicians or Engineers in their specialism of engineering.

We look to promote from within and some of our Senior Managers today came through the Alcon Apprenticeship Programme.

If the management route is not for you, then becoming an expert in your line of work is where we aim to get you!

Employer Description:

Alcon is a designer and manufacturer of ultra-high quality, low volume brake, clutch and other automotive components. We operate in all areas of the industry around the world. Our clients and their requirements are as wide ranging as the products we supply. From tiny brake-by-wire controllers for Formula E racing cars to calipers required to stop 35 tonnes of armoured vehicle, the only factor common to everything we do is our no-compromise approach to engineering excellence.

Working Hours :
At Alcon Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 17:00. Friday, 08:00 - 13:00.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience