Engineering Support Apprentice

AMF PRECISION ENGINEERING LIMITED

BROMBOROUGH, CH62 4YB

Closes in 13 days (Monday 4 November at 11:59pm)

Posted on 11 October 2024

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Summary

ASG AMF is a well-established subcontract precision engineering company with over 35 years of experience, investing continuously in the latest CNC machining capabilities. We’re looking for a motivated individual to join our team to assist in our day to day Engineering Support tasks to ensure we meet our goals for growth over the next few years.

Annual wage
£15,808 a year

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Training course
Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

38 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 18 November

Duration

2 years 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

The role entails working as part of a close team within the Quality Department, with the final goal of becoming a skilled Engineering Support Engineer, reporting directly to the Technical Manager. 
 
Working predominantly in the Semi-Conductor and analytical sciences sector, the workload is often fast changing and varied to meet the high demands of our customers. As part of the ASG Group of companies, a larger aerospace outfit, there will be the opportunity to work on any projects that they may require assistance on also.  
 
Responsibilities will include: 

  • Reading / Understanding Engineering drawings 
  • Manual inspection using hand tools such as verniers and micrometers 
  • Liaising with customers / suppliers      
  • Pre-Production Amendment of CAD Files to suit Drawings 
  • Programming of CNC Machines  
  • Analysis of CNC Machine down time to identify areas for improvement  
  • Overseeing automation equipment to maximise output  
  • ERP Superuser- i.e. able to interrogate system and support staff with issues     
  • Purchasing responsibilities (Tooling and some consumables, potentially support material purchasing)  
  • Running CNC Machines when required 
     
    Full on the job training will be given, and there will also be opportunities for personal improvement through external training providers on top of your apprenticeship learning.

Where you’ll work

UNIT 5

POWERSTATION BUSINESS PARK

THERMAL ROAD

BROMBOROUGH

CH62 4YB

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST

Your training course

Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
  • Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
  • Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
  • Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
  • Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
  • Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
  • Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
  • Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
  • Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
  • Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
  • Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
  • Follow standard operating procedures.
  • Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
  • Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
  • Apply continuous improvement techniques.
  • Apply team working principles.
  • Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
  • Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
  • Carry out and record learning and development activities.
  • Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
  • Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
  • Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
  • Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
  • Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
  • Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
  • Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
  • Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
  • Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
  • Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
  • Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
  • Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
  • Follow standard operating procedures.
  • Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
  • Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
  • Apply continuous improvement techniques.
  • Apply team working principles.
  • Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
  • Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
  • Carry out and record learning and development activities.
  • Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.

    • Your training plan

    In-house training plus the candidate will follow a Level 3 Apprenticeship programme and study towards a Level 3 Engineering & Manufacturing support technician. This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College - South & West. If the candidate does not hold GCSE grades A-C (9-4) or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 2 Functional Skill in the relevant subject.

    Requirements

    Desirable qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • English (grade 4)
    • Maths (grade 4)

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

    Skills

    • Communication skills
    • IT skills
    • Organisation skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Logical
    • Team working

    About this company

    ASG AMF based in Bromborough, The Wirral, is a well established subcontract precision engineering company with over 35 years of experience, investing continuously in the latest CNC machining capabilities. ASG AMF have developed expertise in manufacturing: Ultra High Vacuum components and assemblies for the Semiconductor Sector Umbilical components for subsea and other offshore sectors Cryogenic, mass spectrometry and equipment for Research facilities across Europe equipment Critical parts for Aerospace, MoD, Oil and Gas and Nuclear sectors We seek to offer our customers solutions that can meet the needs of the most demanding marketplace. Whether it be a component part or a complex assembly we are committed to producing a high quality product delivered on time, every time. 28,000 sq. ft with additional office space EPC A-rating BREEAM Rating: Excellent Photovoltaic cells on roof Steel portal construction with Energy efficient cladding system

    After this apprenticeship

    Opportunity for engineering support position, progression within Group. To tackle the skills shortage within the industry, AMF/ASG are particularly interested in the development of staff and recognise this is a key area of attention, if we hope to meet our growth and performance targets. As an employee therefore, there will be a particular interest and focus on your personal development along with ongoing review of new and different benefits to go along with the role. 

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST

    Sophie Cain

    sophie.cain@ccsw.ac.uk

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000281880.

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    Closes in 13 days (Monday 4 November at 11:59pm)

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