Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician Apprenticeship

General purpose:

The Apprentice Quality Control Inspector will spend time within the Quality team and will learn about the strict processes and procedures adhered to within the department.

The apprentice will be involved with the control and compliance of product within the Quality Control inspection department in accordance with current manufacturing and Quality assurance procedures, engineering drawing and customer requirements.

The apprentice will operate within the mandatory customer and internal specifications and inspect products accordingly. The Apprentice Quality Control Inspector will be involved in applying the content of the company Quality Management System which is applicable to product verification.

Key deliverables:

Verify the conformity of parts, assemblies and sub-assemblies in line with engineering drawings, the quality management system and any special customer requirements Comprehensive completion and auditable traceability of inspection records Support Production with the timely verification of batch first off. Create and compile First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) Carry out inspection duties across all areas of the manufacturing and supply chain process as required Identify and report non-conformance as per the Company procedure Ensure compliance with Quality Assurance and HSE policies and procedures at all times Processing the process and return (P&R) documentation for parts despatched for external processing Highlight and escalate quality concerns to production management and quality engineering Support problem solving to drive root cause analysis and preventive action Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives

Training:
Level 3 Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician Apprenticeship Standard Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours Day release to attend New City College, Rainham campus (RM13 8GP)

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship, progression to the following opportunities could be available, depending upon the needs of the company at that time:

CNC Miller/Setter/Operator CNC Turner/Setter/Operator Highly skiled Miller/Turner Deputy Cell Leader Cell Leader Manufacturing Engineer Quality Control Inspector Lea Quality Control Inspector NDT Inspector

Employer Description:
Xcel Aerospace is a leader in delivering manufacturing excellence within the global aerospace market. We provide high quality components and assembly parts and our strong reputation as a world class supplier of manufactured aerospace components supports thousands of flight hours every year.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9 hours per day with 30 minute lunch break. Start time may vary. Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Good numerical skills,Able to measure calculations,Good verbal communicator,Good writing skills,Team working skills,Able to use own initiative,Able to work to time scales,Promote quality standards,Good organisational skills,Ability to prioritise work,Display a positive attitude,Enthusiastic learner,Eager to learn