Manufacturing Apprentice

Achieve the daily manufacturing schedules and targets for the quality and output of products and services following standard operating procedures and ISO policies Manufacture and assembly of both our contemporary and heritage rooflights Manufacture of sub-assembly parts required for the rooflights, such as flashing kits, the cutting, machining and welding of plastic sub-components, etc Shot blasting steel windows and ancillary parts to approved standards, following appropriate health and safety processes Powder coating steel windows and ancillary parts to the approved standards, following appropriate health and safety processes Wet spraying timber linings to the approved standards, following appropriate health and safety processes Working to the scheduled manufacturing plan Quality checking all work completed and documenting the results Completing all daily checks required on machinery/apparatus. Data entry, when required, into the manufacturing management systems Package and label all components appropriately Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and workplace organisation that exudes pride whilst carrying out processes in a safe manner Participate in training and be motivated to self-develop to a good knowledge and skill level within the manufacturing processes Demonstrate active participation and contribution towards continuous improvements of the manufacturing area and embrace changes in working methods to improve productivity and efficiency Problem solve collaboratively with others, always with the customer in mind Constructively and positively contribute to company meetings and performance reviews Demonstrate flexibility and assist other manufacturing areas to support the dynamic needs of the business Behave in line with our values as part of a high-performing team delivering excellent customer service

Training:

Course overview

The role covers a wide range of common and job-specific skill sets that can be transferred across the manufacturing engineering industry sectors during apprentices’ future careers. Dependent on the sector
that they are employed in, there may be subtle differences in terms of composition and application of the job role-specific skills and knowledge they will require; however, the core skills and knowledge will be the

same regardless of the sector/area they work in.

Duration:
• 13 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment

Delivery model:
• Work-based training with your employer
• Day release during term time (approximately 2 days a week for 1 year)
• Approximately 12 on-site assessment visits per year
• Off-the-job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work

Qualifications included:
• Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)
• Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Knowledge)
• Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship

End Point Assessment:
• Practical assessment
• Professional discussion

Training Outcome:

Lots of opportunities across the business for the right person to develop skills in other areas of the business, or become a specialist or champion within the manufacturing team.

Employer Description:
Founded over 30 years ago, The Rooflight Co is a successful, employee-owned Cotswolds business with approximately 40 employees, designing and manufacturing rooflights and roof windows for the UK construction / specification market.

Working Hours :
Monday-Friday 06.45am-3pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Physical fitness,Practical skills,Enjoy a challenge