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Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship - Level 4
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We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity to start your engineering career within a forward-thinking company operating in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and gain hands-on experience contributing to real customer projects both in our workshop and on-site. This role offers exposure to cutting-edge work within the pharmaceutical, electronics, and robotic design sectors.
As an apprentice, you will:
- Learn from experienced engineers and technical specialists
- Support the delivery of customer orders in workshop and on-site environments
- Develop skills in engineering design using packages such as CAD and EPLAN
- Assist in producing designs to meet customer specifications
- Gain a strong understanding of industry best practices and standards
- Build practical engineering skills alongside theoretical knowledge
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Requirements
- GCSE in:
- English (grade Level 4-9)
- Maths (grade Level 4-9)
- A Level in:
- Science (Physics) (grade C)
- Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
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Responsibilities
- Read and extract relevant engineering and manufacturing related data and information (such as workplans or project plans, schedules, drawings, specifications, production data, quality reports, costing data, statistical information) drawing accurate conclusions and making informed decisions.
- Use project management tools, such as Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT), stakeholder matrices, risk mapping, radar chart and summary risk profiles.
- Use problem solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Fishbone, Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
- Analyse and interpret data and information in order to generate manufacturing engineering documentation such as Parts Per Million (PPM) quality adherence, cost analysis and test data.
- Communicate using the appropriate method for the audience such as, formal and informal presentations, written reports, verbal, electronic, social media and incorporating relevant and appropriate data or metrics.
- Use the approved process and quality compliance procedure to create or amend engineering or manufacturing documentation.
- Use lean tools and techniques, such as Six Sigma, 8 Wastes, Workplace organisation such as 5S's (sort, set in order, shine, standardise and sustain), Kaizen and Poka-Yoke (Error proofing).
- Apply documentation control processes and procedures such as format, location, access, authorisation.
- Use financial planning, recording and review processes and documentation such as departmental budgets, estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, and investment appraisal.
- Use computer based software systems or packages such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), Data Analytics and Databases.
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Training Schedule
- Day release for classroom and practical teaching at Oaklands College - Welwyn Garden City
- Ongoing on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced staff
- Development of technical, professional, and problem-solving skills
Benefits
- Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship.
- Find out about potential future pay.
- After you have completed your apprenticeship there maybe a chance to continue at the company.
About Wirewell At Wirewell, our long-standing history is matched by our technical expertise. We are proud to be ISO 90002 accredited, a reflection of our unwavering commitment to the highest quality standards. Our highly experienced team manufactures a wide range of components, from intricate cable assemblies to complex control panels. We utilise specialised tooling and advanced testing equipment, including a Cirris 1000RX cable tester, to ensure every product we deliver is tested for continuity, shorts, and flawless performance. This dedication to precision guarantees that your project is in capable hands.
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