Lean Manufacturing Apprentice

  • Company: Hadfield Services Ltd T/A EES Solutions
  • Location: Derby, DE24 8HG
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £14,625.00 per year
  • Sector: Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies
  • Ref: VAC-00998
  • Application Deadline Date: 18/08/2024
  • Start Date: 30/09/2024
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm

Brief Description

Join a dynamic, rapidly growing team in the manufacture of quality Electrical Wiring Harnesses, Test Rigs and additional bespoke services. This vacancy comes at a time of exciting growth, offering opportunities to learn and be involved in a wide range of processes as well as key technical skills.

Qualifications Required

GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above (Apprentices lacking these qualifications must gain them before taking the end point assessment.)

Personal Qualities

• A good attitude to learning is key
• Excellent time-keeping
• An eye for detail and quality
• Alignment with our company values
• Motivated to develop your skills and encourage those around you

Skills Required

Ability to manage own time and meet deadlines. A team player but have the ability to work independently.

Training to be Provided

Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative apprenticeship standard
Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This apprenticeship is delivered through a combination of Work Based Assessment and day/block release.  The programme will culminate in an End Point Assessment, where all the skills and knowledge gained on the apprenticeship will be formally tested.

Future Prospects

This is a permanent position with HSL.

Vacancy Detail

You will join our team in the full production lifecycle of our products and services.
Learning and executing key skills in Harness Wiring:
• Crimping: Deliver precise crimping techniques to securely connect wires to terminals, ensuring electrical conductivity and durability of connections.
• Cutting: Utilise appropriate equipment to accurately cut wires to required lengths, adhering to specifications outlined in work instructions.
• Prepare: Proficiently remove wire insulation, maintaining consistency in length for uniformity in connections.
• Cable Prep: Prepare cables for assembly by organising and arranging wires according to layout diagrams or instructions, ensuring proper alignment and orientation.
• Taping: Apply insulating tape and other materials as necessary to bundle and protect wires.
• Heat Shrinkage: Operate heat shrink equipment to apply heat to sleeves, effectively sealing connections
• Interpret basic electrical drawing wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings: To comprehend assembly requirements and ensure accurate wiring configurations.

Opportunity to learn and develop skills in additional areas;
• Electrical Test Rig design and construction
• Quality management
• Health & Safety awareness
• Process Improvement

This apprenticeship has expired