Apprentice Bench Joiner

SIMPSON PATTERNS LTD

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About the Role

<p>Working in our fast paced patterns department you will work on a range of projects, from large scale themed products to one-off jigs. You will need to use your skills to complete the required workload to the customer specifications which may vary by job. You will need an eye for detail and be committed to delivering high quality results.</p>

Reporting to the Technical Manager

  • Construct shapes from wooden or composite material according to a build plan
  • Construct patterns and moulds from wood and composite materials from technical drawings
  • Make coil formers to customer specification sheets
  • Assembling patterns / moulds from flatpack wood pieces – working to an assembly booklet provided by the CAD department
  • Carry out repairs to existing customer patterns
  • Provide written report that details discrepancies between customer model /drawing and produced pattern
  • Work with the CAD/CAM department to ensure product is made and checked to customer specification
  • Finishing products off the CNC machines to a high quality
  • Apply paint or sealant as necessary
  • Inspecting finished products for accuracy and quality, identifying any defects
  • Wrapping products ready for dispatch
  • Assisting with dispatch of products in line with delivery notes
  • Keep control of stock, notifying Manager of any shortages prior to running out
  • Record daily time spent on jobs on a weekly time sheet
  • Keep work area clean and tidy
  • Adhere to Health & Safety policies and procedures at all times, including wearing appropriate PPE
  • Follow internal processes and procedures
  • Meet production targets and deadlines
  • Help develop and improve processes to improve quality and efficiency

Continuous career development and industry-based experience. 
 

About the Training

Block 2 week training sessions (8 weeks per year) - attending City Campus, Granville Road, Sheffield. S2 2RL.

About the Employer

We are a growing manufacturing company with over 20 years of experience. We operate with 2 main areas of work, GRP – including making canopies and dormers for new build housing and play equipment for various companies nationwide, and Patterns – including making patterns for foundries and the automotive industry, delivering nationwide. We provide scanning facilities for existing projects or as part of our quality inspection process.
We also offer larger scale theming products, such as the Bears of Sheffield in 2021.

Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness
  • Punctuality

Training Provider

SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE

Course/Training

Carpentry and joinery (level 2)

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