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MSA Foams Ltd, an accredited foam converter under Zotefoams, was acquired by Peli Products UK, a renowned provider of rugged protective cases, in 2012. With a wide customer base, MSA Foams serves various industries, including defence packaging for military applications, as well as the automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors. We specialise in creating bespoke foams for instrumentation, electronics, and other specific customer requirements.
Promotion opportunities and further education options also exist upon completion of training.
You will work as an apprentice in our production department at MSA Foams, gaining hands-on experience in all areas of the manufacturing process.
During your apprenticeship, you will spend three months in each of our production departments to develop your production skills and gain valuable engineering-related experience.
Duties
Your daily duties will vary depending on your rotation. The departments you will be involved with include:
* Material Preparation: Conversion of raw foam sheets into pre-machined forms
* CNC Machining: Automated, high-precision shaping using Computer Numerical Control
* Print Application: Specialised printing and graphic implementation for visual enhancements
* Final Assembly and Finishing: Integration of machined components and application of final finishes to complete products
Additionally, you will learn about health and safety, quality assurance, and other manufacturing aspects.
This is a front-loaded course, with the first 12 weeks spent at Bournemouth and Poole College to ensure you understand manufacturing tools. Afterward, you will continue your apprenticeship at MSA Foams.
Training involves time away from work for specialist education, allowing you to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training will take place at Bournemouth and Poole College and the employer locations.
Working hours are Monday to Thursday, 07:30 to 16:00, and Friday, 07:30 to 15:00.
Seniority level
* Internship
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Manufacturing
Industries
* Manufacturing
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