Engineering Apprentice

Spending 39 hours per week, day-shift working in our Stalbridge factory from 08.00 to 16.30 (15.30 on Fridays) with one or two days spent at college each week. Spending time in our different departments over the 4-year Apprenticeship learning about Wire Forming, Spring-Making and Welding and a range of other processes and treatments of our products. Learning to use a variety of mechanical equipment, including CNC Milling Machines, grinding and abrasive wheel machines, mechanical lifting equipment, including fork lift trucks. Learning about the inspection and quality control procedures needed to meet our Automotive and Aviation customers' exacting standards. Learning how to work safely in a factory engineering environment.

Training:

The apprenticeship training is delivered through a combination of workplace learning and regular college attendance. This training will teach you the knowledge, skills and behaviours set out in the Level 3 Machining Technician Standard. 

On completion, the apprentice will receive the Pearson BTEC L3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Machining) (Development Technical Knowledge) qualification. Functional Skills in Maths and English may also be required depending on current level.   

Training Outcome:

Successful completion of the Apprenticeship will then lead to further progression and advancement within the company. Many of our apprentices go on to senior roles in the Company, both in the UK and in our European companies in Poland and Bulgaria. 

Employer Description:

British Engineering Since 1790. Future-Ready, Sustainable Manufacturing for Specialist Sectors.

William Hughes has evolved from wire specialists to trusted innovators in spring, wire form and assembly solutions. We’ve been engineering solutions since 1790 and today, our team continues that legacy, designing, prototyping and producing precision springs, wire forms and complex assemblies for some of the most demanding industries.

Our success has been based on the traditional values of a family firm’s commitment to its customers, concern for quality and a dedication to continual improvements in production and technology, with the latest in CNC, robotic and cleanroom technologies. Our facilities in the UK, Bulgaria and Poland are trusted by OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers across aerospace, automotive and medical manufacturing.

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

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness,Good attendee,Punctual,Reliable,Hard working and enthusiastic