Addfield - Level 3 - Apprentice Assembly Operative

  • Company: Addfield Environmental Systems Ltd
  • Location: Burntwood, WS7 3XD
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £230.40 per week
  • Sector: Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies
  • Ref: VAC-00576
  • Application Deadline Date: 07/06/2024
  • Start Date: 16/09/2024
  • Positions Available: 2
  • Working Week: Mon - Thur 7am - 3pm, Fri 7am - 1pm

Brief Description

Addfield have a vacancy for an apprentice assembly operative, to work in our busy factory. During this apprenticeship you will learn to become a General Operative, with a mechanical bias, to work as part of a team. You will gain the ability to work with a variety of engineering tools (Drill, Grinder & Gas Shrink Wrapping Tool to name a few).

Qualifications Required

3 GCSEs at 9 – 4 / A* - C (5 or above preferred), must include maths, English language, and ideally Science, or equivalent related qualification.

Personal Qualities

• Willing to learn
• Punctual
• Reliable

Skills Required

Excellent communication skills, able to demonstrate a clear interest in working in the manufacturing sector

Training to be Provided

Together with invaluable commercial and practical experience, you’ll gain several academic and vocational qualifications throughout your time with us, which are fully paid for, including: 
● Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)  – off the job full time at Make UK in Aston, Birmingham in year 1
● Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) 
● Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
● In house training in line with your requirements.

Future Prospects

Initially a role in the factory, with a view to progressing into a service engineer (maintenance) which includes travel all over the world.

You may also be given the opportunity to continue your studies into a Level 4 Mechatronics Apprenticeship and beyond. This opportunity will grow as much as you want it to.

Vacancy Detail

Addfield supply the most efficient, robust incinerators in the worldwide marketplace today. Our incineration machines are renowned for their strength, reliability & longevity.

We have a vacancy for an apprentice assembly operative, to work in our busy factory, that exports to over 150 countries worldwide.

During this apprenticeship you will learn to become a General Operative, with a mechanical bias, to work as part of a team. You will:

• Gain the ability to work with a variety of engineering tools (Drill, Grinder & Gas Shrink Wrapping Tool to name a few)
• Ensure route cards are processed with work conducted and documented.
• Coordinate with Factory managers to communicate progress.
• Alert the Quality Operative / QHSE Manager of ongoing problems.
• Encourage good practices and cleanliness of the factory.
• Physically fit and able to work at heights.
• Able to understand technical drawings.

In exchange for your hard work you can look forward to Flexible Working Hours and Bonus Incentives.

Other Information

We expect a minimum level of fitness and a willingness to work at height.

Ready to start your adventure?