Apprentice Welder

Day-to-day contact will be through the designated co-ordinator/team leader of that area with a direct link to the manufacturing manager.  Key responsibilities will be to work closely with the production team leader(s) within the business to learn the principles relevant to all manufacturing departments, but metalwork in particular. This is a hands-on position, and you will experience the various techniques used on a daily basis. This will go hand in hand with understanding the requirement to meet on-time delivery commitments to our customers at the required quality standards.  This will include;

A dedicated college course to assist in learning Learning to understand and interpret engineering drawings Use of manual and mechanical tools, welding machines (MIG/TIG), bandsaw, milling machine, lathe, press brake, and laser. Training will be provided as necessary Learn how to meet the required quality standards Gain an understanding of customer specifications and standards Gain experience in the differences between manufacturing and servicing Learning to understand applicable risk assessments Gain an understanding of health & safety requirements Undertaking assembly of various containers Learning container construction techniques to build both simple and complex designs Through communication, develop a relationship with the design department in order to discuss design changes where required

Training Outcome:

You will be able to move onto further qualifcations within welding. 

Employer Description:

Daher pride themselves as an aircraft manufacturer and an industry & service equipment supplier. Daher asserts its leadership in three main businesses: aircraft manufacturing, aerospace equipment and systems, logistics and supply chain services. 

With the stability provided by its family ownership, Daher has been committed to innovation since its creation in 1863. Daher is a leader in Industry 4.0, designing and developing value-added solutions for its industrial partners.

Working Hours :
7.35am - 4.05pm Monday to Thursday, 7.35am - 3.05pm Fridays. Day release for college each week.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Willing to learn,Confidence,Interest in design