Toolmaker - Apprentice

JOB TITLE: Toolmaker Apprentice

SITE LOCATION: Swish Tamworth, B79 7TF (Part of Epwin Group)

HOURS: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week

Job Purpose:

Epwin Group is one of the UK’s largest manufacturers and suppliers of PVC windows, doors and fascia systems with some of the best-known manufacturing and service names in the sector. Group businesses also produce high quality cladding, guttering, decking and prefabricated GRP building components.

You will be highly trained to work in the world of manufacturing; This position will be best suited to applicants with good practical skills and an interest in engineering-based projects. As a trained Toolmaker, you will be responsible for maintaining plant and equipment.

Key Accountabilities:

Produce components using hand fitting techniquesPreparing and using lathes for turning operationsCo-ordinate with suppliers to supply spare parts for machinesPreparing and using milling machines and using Grinding machinesCarry out the maintenance of Tooling & building repairsIdentifying and liaise with suppliers of maintenance services when requiredProducing tool and die assembliesMaintain and record work and machine breakdown historyPreparing and proving CNC machine tool programs

Key Experiences and Skills Required:

Excellent communication skillsAble to demonstrate a clear interest to work in the manufacturing sectorGood problem-solving skillsThe initiative to work on your own or as part of a teamAttention to detail and accuracy“Can-Do”/ positive/ flexible approachAbility to work in pressurised and reactive environment

Personal Attributes:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsAble to demonstrate a clear interest to work in the manufacturing/engineering sector.Able to work quickly and methodically with a compliance driven mind setTeam PlayerDeliver on promises, do what they say they will do, when they say they will do it.Operate with Integrity – deliver on promises, inspire trust, build credibility and follow responsible business practices at all times.Able to follow instructions.Deliver results – create momentum and pace to drive results.Working well under pressure and engaging at all levels of the organisation both internally and externally.

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