Apprentice Press Tool Engineer

About this opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen at an established, highly successful company for a press tool engineering apprentice. You will gain the advanced apprenticeship level 3 in mechanical engineering, gaining extensive knowledge and skills.

The role will be varied and diverse with responsibilities including ongoing repairs and tooling modifications on a regular basis using the latest technology available. The company’s expanding product range means there is a demand for high quality new tooling on a continual basis.

Louvolite design and manufacture high quality components and stylish fabrics for luxury window blinds.

What you could go on to do:
Progress to higher level qualifications (HNC) and potential to develop within the organisation in the longer term. Louvolite are looking for people who want to learn, grow and thrive in the company.

How you will be supported:
Full support will be provided by our skilled engineering assessors and trainers at The Growth Company.

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 grades A-C/4-9 in maths and English language.
A performing engineering operations NVQ Level 2 and/or BTEC level 2-3 would be advantageous

Personal Qualities

Strong work ethic
Dependable
Exceptional safety and quality awareness
Mechanical aptitude
Adaptable to changing schedules
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to follow directions and procedures

Skills

Can perform the job successfully and understand the application of the tools at hand to maximise the efficiency of the quality of inspections
Can speak and write clearly and informatively, responds well to questions
Can demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, looks for ways to improve and promote quality
Can adapt to changes in the work environment and manage competing demands
Can conduct themselves in a professional manner and remain open to ideas
Can balance team and individual responsibilities, give and welcome honest and open feedback, contribute to building a positive team spirit
Is consistent at work and on time