Apprentice Toolsetter Machinist

A Toolsetter in a press shop during a machinist apprenticeship involves setting up and operating press machines, ensuring accurate part production, and maintaining tools and equipment It's a role that combines hands-on experience with training in various aspects of engineering and manufacturing Utilising machining and bench fitting skills you will progress on to more complicated work pieces and eventually be able to work with Toolmakers to produce the highest quality production tooling to our customer's specific manufacturing requirements

The job role will include:

Utilising conventional processes, Surface grinding Repairs and maintenance to close tolerances Working with technical drawings and technical documentation Using recognised problem-solving techniques Promoting and utilising the Company’s Health & Safety requirements Championing the use of appropriate PPE Promoting and striving to improve 5s Standards 

Course contents:

Comply with statutory health and safety regulations and procedures Comply with environmental, ethical and sustainability regulations and procedures: safe disposal of waste, re-cycling or re-use of materials and efficient use of resources Prepare and set up conventional or CNC machines Operate and adjust conventional or CNC machines Apply risk assessment and hazard identification processes and procedures in the work area Monitor, obtain and check stock and supplies, and complete stock returns Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements Read and interpret information. For example, data and documentation used to produce machined components Apply engineering, mathematical and scientific principles Plan and organise own work and resources Follow and apply inspection, quality assurance procedures and processes

Training:

Machining Technician Level 3 (A level) Apprenticeship Standard:

Over a 42-month period you will be working at company for four days a week and then 1-day a week you will be in attendance at Sandwell college 

Training Outcome:

To progress within the business to a full-time role and to look at further career opportunities.

Employer Description:
For over 60 years, Precision Chains has been a benchmark of quality in the chain manufacturing industry. Founded by Harold Merley in 1957, we have grown to become one of the largest UK manufacturers of chain products, trusted globally for our commitment to excellence.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 4.15pm, Friday 8.00am - 3.30pm 33-days annual leave including bank holidays from January to December.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness