Job Family:
Manufacturing
As the Fabrication Apprentice, you will work alongside a team of metal fabricators and reporting to the Product Lead, you will be producing bespoke products from precious metal by fabricating, machining and tube drawing, using both traditional sheet metal equipment and CNC operated machines.
Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people.
We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story.
Your responsibilities:
1. Welding, machining and sheet metal fabrication
2. Operating CNC cutting and turning machines
3. Taking responsibility for your own safety, complying with JMs safe working practices and following PPE direction and contributing to a healthy and safe working environment
4. Completing a programme of training which involves apprentice assignments and taking ownership of your own training and development plans to ensure continued development of your own skills and expertise, undertaking additional training skills to keep abreast of technology changes, and the changing needs of the business
5. Carrying out tasks and duties as directed by the Product Lead that will contribute to the levels of performance and competence required
Requirements for the role:
6. At least 18 years of age
7. A minimum of 4 GCSE's or equivalent, at Grade A* to C (or 9-4) including English, Maths and Science, or a relevant Level 2 Intermediate apprentice
8. Demonstrable interest in manufacturing
9. High personal Health and Safety standards
10. Good communication skills both written and verbal
This role is a development role and, as such, the completion of a fabrication, welding and machining apprenticeship, a nationally recognised qualification, is a significant component; the academic training is reinforced through practical application and experience in the working environment.
You will be expected to work at the Royston site. From September 2024, you will be required to attend College for at least one day a week as required. The work environment is mainly shop floor based, and you must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25kg. You will be required to work an 8-hour day shift pattern which does not include weekends. You may be asked to work outside of normal working hours particularly during busy periods.
How you will be rewarded:
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles).
At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world's biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM .