Engineering Technician Apprentice Rochling Engineering Plastics

We are one of the UK's leading manufacturers for precision machined plastic components. Our products are supplied into diverse applications including ventilators, Formula 1, vaccination production, life sciences, oil, gas, defence and aerospace.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 30 Aug 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £16,640.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 5.00pm and Friday 8.00am - 1.30pm, 40 hours per week including time spent at college.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    06 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    20 Jun 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000259599

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Setting and operating modern CNC machine centres
  • Understanding and interpreting technical drawings
  • Creating CNC programs using the latest CAD software
  • Making changes to existing CNC programs to meet drawing requirements
  • Using precision measurement systems

The training you will be getting

You will study the Engineering Technician level 3 apprenticeship standard, Mechanical Manufacturing Pathway.

You will attend college weekly at the Leek Campus, college transport is available, spending time in the engineering workshop, CAD / CAM suites learning with other apprentices.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

There is an option to attend further specialised training (with machine OEM's). 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Reliable, An interest in the industry, Ability to learn from peers, A desire to learn

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science or Scientific discipline (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
BTEC or equivalent Engineering or Technical Subject (Grade Pass or above) Desired

Things to consider

Please consider how you will get to work each day.

About the employer

Precision machined components in high performance plastics.

Employer

Rochling Engineering Plastics

Address

6, Bowden Hey Rd, Chapel-en-le-Frith, High Peak SK23 0QZ

SK23 0QZ

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Training

Training provider

UNIVERSITY OF DERBY

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Apprenticeships Team

feapprenticeships@blc.ac.uk

08000740099

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

Please apply through Buxton & Leek College by clicking the 'apply now' link or by searching 'BLC Apply Now' through your preferred web browser.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 30 Aug 2024