AGL Training Ltd are looking to recruit a Manufacturing Apprentice – Transformer Assembler on behalf of our well-established client based in Stoke-on-Trent. 
 

Established in 1979, our client is an independent, second-generation family owned and operated company which offers a strong commitment and continuous passion for what they do. For over 35 years their engineers have been designing and manufacturing single and three phase transformer products for customers in the UK, Europe and Worldwide, having a well-established reputation as one of the UK’s leading specialists they have fulfilled many contracts for companies such as Alstom, Tata, Corus, Mitsubishi, Siemens and Toyota.

The position is for an Apprenticeship, the position is initially 12-15 months with the possibility of a full-time role at the end of the programme. 
During this time, you will work towards the following qualifications:

•    Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship Standards 
•    EAL L2 Diploma in Manufacturing (knowledge and skills)
•    English and Maths Functional Skills Level 1 / 2 

General Duties

You will receive training to enable you to carry out the following duties:

• Read and interpret work orders to determine materials needed and assembly instructions

• Position, align, or adjust workpieces or electrical parts to facilitate wiring or assembly

• Mark and tag components so that stock inventory can be tracked and identified

• Assemble electrical systems or support structures and install components, subassemblies, wiring, or assembly casings, using rivets, bolts, soldering or micro-welding equipment

• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical parts to correct defects and ensure conformance

• Confer with supervisors to plan or review work activities or to resolve production problems

• Drill or tap holes in specified equipment locations to mount control units or to provide openings for elements, wiring, or instruments

• Fabricate or form parts, coils, or structures using drills, calipers, cutters, or saws

• Paint structures as specified, using paint sprayers

Key Result Areas
•    Timely completion of tasks
•    Total customer satisfaction (both internal and external)
•    Team centred environment

Skills and Requirements
The ideal candidate will:
•    Hold basic numeracy / literacy skills.
•    Numerate and literate
•    Ability to follow instructions
•    Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
•    Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
 

Working Hours 
Monday – Thursday 7am – 4pm (2 x 15min breaks and 1 x 30min break daily) / Friday – 7am – 1pm (30min break) 
Total hours paid: 39
Hourly Rate: £7.50