Brandauer - Level 3 - Toolmaking Apprenticeship

What will you be doing?

The role of the apprentice is very much on the job, getting hands on experience.

Repair and maintain tooling to pre-determined standard times and estimates Using recognised problem-solving techniques to analyse tool problems Disassemble and rebuild tools for maintenance/repair and re-grind Reporting key spares/repairs to the Toolroom Lead Analysis and actioning of tool problems in production Promoting and utilising the company’s health & safety requirements Championing the use of appropriate PPE

Training:

Together with invaluable commercial and practical experience, you’ll gain several academic and vocational qualifications throughout your time with us 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 and End Point Assessment (EPA), you will achieve your full apprenticeship certification that will prove competence as a Level 3 Engineering Technician.

Training Outcome:

Fully qualified toolmaker could lead to being anything from a Toolroom Lead Department Manager to the Manufacturing Director. At Brandauer we like to develop our future leaders.

Employer Description:
We are a Queens and Kings Award winning engineering and manufacturing business that has been established in Birmingham for over 160 years. Specialising in the design, build and manufacture of high precision tooling and components, the company supplies its solutions to customers in multiple sectors including Telecommunications, Plumbing, Automotive, Aerospace, Medical, Pharmaceutical and Renewables. Having navigated the pandemic with a major focus on R&D and exciting emerging market opportunities, the company has entered a rapid growth phase.

Working Hours :
At company Monday - Thursday, 07:30 - 16:15. Friday, 07:30 - 12:30.

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