Engineering - Sheet Metal Fabricator Apprentice

About this opportunity

Barnshaw Bending Centre have an exciting opportunity for someone looking to work in Fabrication as a Machine fabricator apprentice. A great opportunity for the right candidate to progress in an established company

As a Trainee Machine Fabricator the successful candidate will be expected to work as part of a team and support senior members of the department.

The majority of the Fabricator day will be occupied by learning different processes in the factory

Main Duties and responsibilities will include:
• Working with skilled operators learning all the different processes
• Plate rolling
• Press braking
• Ring rolling
• Tube bending

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 preferably some fabrication experience

Personal Qualities

• Ability to demonstrate a flexible, personable and professional attitude, whilst working as part of a team
• Punctual
• 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 comfortable with computer-based work
• 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
• Preferably a practical engineering qualification