Toolroom Apprentice

Toolroom & Tooling Support:

Assist with the manufacture, assembly, repair, and modification of production tooling, including jigs, fixtures, Mould and Press

Tooling:

Support Tool break-down, fault diagnosis, cleaning, and rebuild activities Assist with Tool trials, tool improvements, and production support activities Learn and support Tool change and Tooling setup activities where required

Preventative Maintenance:

Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities on Tooling and automation equipment Support the monitoring and recording of Tool life, wear, and failure modes Assist with root cause investigation of Tooling or automation related production issues

Engineering & Technical Skills Development:

Learn to operate Toolroom equipment, including: Milling machines (manual & CNC), Lathes, MIG/TIG/Laser Welding, Drill presses and tapping machines, Tool polishing and finishing equipment, 3D prototype/printing Develop competence in the use of precision measuring equipment including: Vernier callipers, Micrometers, Height gauges, Dial indicators Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings, Tooling drawings, and technical specifications

Quality & Continuous Improvement:

Work in accordance with automotive quality standards (IATF 16949) and company procedures Support continuous improvement activities relating to tooling, automation, and manufacturing processes Assist in identifying opportunities to improve Tool reliability, uptime, and production efficiency Engage with DX transformation learning to adapt & work with new ways of doing

Health, Safety & Environmental:

Follow all Health & Safety procedures, risk assessments, and safe working practices Ensure correct use of PPE and lifting equipment when handling Tooling Support the maintenance of 5S standards within the Toolroom and engineering areas Report any unsafe conditions or equipment defects immediately Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety procedures and company standards. (GDAS)

Training:
College day release which includes two days in Year 1, and one day in both Year 2 and 3 Assessor visits to the workplace Allocated mentor within the workplace

Training Outcome:
After completion of apprenticeship progression within the company is available to other roles such as manufacturig engineer, toolroom engineer and more

Employer Description:

DENSO is a global company focused on advanced mobility that contributes to greater well-being and positively changes how the world moves. As a global Fortune 500 company, we have a broad product portfolio and widespread global impact.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 5.00pm and Friday, 830am - 3.30pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working