Annual wage Competitive This pay rate is above National Minimum Wage Pay is above Apprenticeship rate. Working week Monday - Thursday 8am to 4:30pm Friday 8am to 2:30pm Total hours per week: 37 Expected duration 21 Months Possible start date 01 Sep 2024 Date posted 12 Mar 2024 Apprenticeship level Intermediate Level 2 (GCSE) Reference number VAC1000237107 Positions 3 available What you will do in your working day How to identify and understand the strengths and weaknesses of a variety of materials. Plastic welding, routers, manual miller, lathe, annealing ovens, pillar drills, flame polishers. How to understand and follow engineering drawings and CAD models for projects from a variety of industries including pharmaceutical, emergency services and the car industry. Fabrication - how to fabricate units following a job sheet. Quality control and inspection procedures to BSI standards. Use power tools such as angle grinders safely. Recognised manufacturing standards for housekeeping, maintenance etc such as 5s. How to identify and manage maintenance needs for a manufacturing unit. The training you will be getting Engineering Operative Level 2 (Fabrication and Welding) Leeds City College (Printworks Campus) One day a week delivery model What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship It is envisaged that there will be roles available for suitable candidates. Progression onto Metal Fabricator Level 3 Apprenticeship. Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative Qualifications GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Essential GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Essential