Manufacturing Technician Apprentice

Manufacturing Technician role they will gain experience in the following areas:

• CNC Turning
• CNC Milling
• Multi Axis Turn / Mill / Hob Lathes
• Heat Treatment
• Grinding
• Gear Grinding
• Inspection
• Production Control
• Manufacturing Engineering

In each area the apprentices will be trained as follows:

• Manufacture components to cost, quality, and on time.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Programming of components using conventional and CAM methods.
• Setting up various machine tools and prove out programs.
• Inspect components ensuring all drawing requirements are achieved.
• Design of fixtures and tooling to ensure the machining process is optimised.
• Obtain a good understanding of material properties.
• Understand and apply all company quality procedures.
• Ensure all aspects of health and safety are adhered to.

Salary will be reviewed each September, first review will be September 2027.

Pay increases are based on the following criteria:

• Adherence to safety practices
• Performance & technical ability
• Completion and timely submission of academic work
• Attendance & timekeeping

Ricardo offers a competitive core benefits package and a flexible benefits package which includes, but is not limited to:

• Onsite gym
• Dental plan & Medical cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised canteen, including free beverages
• Employee assistance programme, free 24/7 virtual GP support, confidential support and counselling

Entry Requirements

We are seeking applications from candidates who have or are predicted to gain 5 x GCSEs (or equivalent). Grades must be A -C / 9-5 for Maths and A -C / 9-4 for English, Science and two other subjects.

Training to be Provided

• Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)
• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
• Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence)

Things to Consider

The role requires the candidate to enjoy developing skills in a technically demanding environment where solving problems and making improvements is something they really want to do.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship and training, the candidates will have the opportunity to further their careers in the assembly or manufacturing areas, with the potential through further development to progress to senior technician and ultimately team leader in a highly prestigious, motorsport environment.

Location

Ricardo UK Ltd, Southam Road, Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1FQ