25-0021 Apprentice Pattern Maker

The candidate will be actively involved in developing ways to improve efficiencies and production methods across the site, pro-actively seeking out problems and finding solutions. The candidate will learn how to use lathes, milling machines, sanding and bobbin machines, vertical bandsaws, pedestal drills amongst other hand and power tools.

Role & responsibilities:

• Producing precision fixture tooling and grippers for the automated grinding areas
• The repair and/or modification of pattern and core box tooling and making patterns for the foundries
• Manufacturing bespoke items of plant machinery for the maintenance department
• Gauges and checking equipment for Quality Assurance
• Repairing feeders and running systems
• Working to tight tolerances from engineering drawings or verbal discussions

Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensure compliance with the company’s health and safety and environmental policies, ensuring these are understood and upheld
• Ensure that you are always equipped with the correct personal protective equipment and is properly looked after and maintained
• Ensure that all accidents are reported and recorded in the accident book
• Ensure any spillages are cleared up immediately and the correct emergency equipment is always available

You will study on a Level 3 Machining technician apprenticeship. On completion of this, you will gain a qualification in Engineering at Level 3 standard.

During the first year of the apprenticeship, your learning will take place at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre based at Catcliffe, Rotherham, for an initial block of study on a full-time basis. After this, you will attend the Training Centre for one day a week for knowledge study.