Engineering Technician Apprentice – Barkston Plastics Engineering – LS9 0DX

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We are looking for an apprentice to join our engineering and design team. Do you want to develop strong technical skills in a forward-thinking, supportive manufacturing environment that delivers challenging design and engineering projects for clients across the world? If so, please apply here.

Overview

This Level 3 Machining Technician apprenticeship provides the opportunity to gain practical experience within an engineering and design environment while working towards a recognised qualification. The role focuses on developing technical skills in engineering drawings, CAD, manufacturing processes, materials and quality control.

The apprentice will gain experience producing and interpreting engineering drawings and CAD models, supporting design and estimating teams, working with technical documentation and revision control, and understanding how design decisions affect manufacturing. There will also be opportunities to contribute to engineering projects, problem-solving activities and continuous improvement.

The role would suit someone who is organised, creative, logical, has good attention to detail and is interested in engineering and design. Alongside workplace experience, the apprentice will complete a Level 3 Machining Technician qualification and develop practical knowledge of conventional and CNC machining, inspection, quality assurance, health and safety and engineering principles. Training will take place at Printworks Campus, Leeds, one day per week. There is a full-time position available upon successful completion.

About the Employer

Barkston is one of the UK’s premier plastic engineering companies serving OEMs in virtually every industry. We’re experts in plastic fabrication with over 55 years’ heritage in the UK and are fully committed to helping you gain a competitive advantage in your industry.

Becoming an apprentice with Barkston Plastic Engineering will allow you to build a wide range of engineering and design skills within a supportive and successful business. Our apprenticeships follow a structured programme under which you will receive close mentoring
from experienced engineers and designers, alongside support from our apprenticeship provider both at college and in the workplace.

Training to be Delivered

Develop practical engineering and machining skills while working towards a Level 3 Machining Technician qualification.

  1. Learn to prepare, set up, operate and adjust conventional and CNC machines, including selecting appropriate tooling, work-holding equipment and machining processes.
  2. Develop skills in reading technical drawings, applying engineering and mathematical principles, measuring and checking components, and following quality assurance procedures.
  3. Gain experience with health and safety, risk assessment, fault finding, technical documentation, continuous improvement and effective teamwork within an engineering environment.

Training schedule: Training will take place at Printworks Campus, Leeds, with attendance at college one day per week.

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Vacancy Details

Vacancy Location

221 PONTEFRACT LANE LEEDS LS9 0DX

Apprenticeship Level

Machining technician (level 3)

Employer Name

Barkston Plastics Engineering

Employer Address

221 PONTEFRACT LANE LEEDS LS9 0DX

Expected Duration

3 years 6 months

Working Week

8am - 4pm Monday to Thursday, 8am - 2pm Friday (one day per week at college).

Weekly Hours

40 hours a week

Wage Amount

£19,136 a year

Desired Qualifications

GCSE in:

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

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative

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