Engineering - Sheet Metal Fabricator Apprentice

About this opportunity

Barnshaw Metal Benders have an exciting opportunity for someone looking to work in Fabrication as a Machine fabricator apprentice.

Main Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Reading and interpreting engineering blueprints
• Constructing base templates if necessary
• Measuring and marking out cutting and bending lines
• Setting up metalwork machinery including rollers, drill presses, flame cutters, brakes, and shears
• Working with skilled operators learning plate rolling, press braking, ring rolling, tube bending
• Double-checking design specifications before commencing with cutting work
• Fabricating and constructing metal components
• Grinding and finishing completed products
• Performing quality checks on completed products
• Conforming with state and company safety regulations
• Completing job reports

How you will be supported
Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:
• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
• Any training you need to complete
• What the next steps will be

How you could get there
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

What you should have to apply

• GCSE A-C/9-4, including English, Maths and a Science, and preferably a practical Engineering qualification

Personal Qualities

• Ability to demonstrate a flexible, personable and professional attitude, whilst working as part of a team
• Punctual
• Applicants must have a good temperament, be polite and courteous
• Communication / Interpersonal skills – Ability to communicate in a confident manner with staff at all levels
• Applicants must be pro-active in their approach

Skills

• Interest in wide range of engineering manufacturing processes
• Be able to work in busy team environment, capable of working to targets and deadlines
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to demonstrate high level of technical competence in math’s
• Attention to detail in interpreting manufacturing information and working to high quality standards