Founded in 1972 Elekta have dedicated themselves to pioneering advances in cancer care and the treatment of brain disorders. The company employs 700 people in their high-tech facility in Crawley.
Join Elekta as part of the team building life-saving radiation therapy systems. Working for this world-class company, you will learn to build and test a wide range of complex electro/mechanical sub-assemblies and systems. Great salary and conditions.
ST0841 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard
DESCRIPTION:-
- Part of the Manufacturing Team, responsible for the inspection, assembly and unit testing of Linear Accelerators and associated sub-assemblies and products.
- The production assembly activity builds and tests a wide range of electro/mechanical sub-assemblies and systems.
- The assemblies are built to controlled work instructions and drawings.
- Where required the assemblies may be tested to a Production Test Schedule (PTS).
- Both the assembly and test activities may necessitate the use of specialist tools or test equipment as specified within Standard Operating Procedures, work instructions, drawing package or Production Test Schedules.
- Device History Records (DHR) are compiled and completed during assembly and testing processes via the Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
- Test results are recorded within MES which are determined by the associated PTS and this will include recording test results, serial numbers of parts/assemblies and P numbers of test equipment (i.e. their equipment ID numbers).
- Faulty components and non-conforming material are rejected using the NCR procedure.
RESPONSIBILITIES:-
- Responsible for the assembly and test of the product to the drawing specification and relevant Production Test Schedule (PTS) ensuring all build and test documentation used is the correct issue.
- When material or assembly quality problems are identified an NCR must be raised and the appropriate short term corrective action taken (i.e. repair or reject), ensuring the NCR process is followed.
- If for any reason the specification is found to be incorrect or sub-standard then a change request must be raised to identify the problem so appropriate development actions can be taken to resolve the issue.
- To fault find problems and where necessary replace and retest non-conforming parts.
- To maintain a clean and safe working environment, taking responsibility for tools, equipment, test bay and any product being tested.
- Use appropriate PPE and adhere to all necessary safety protocols.
- Designated trainers are responsible for training other operators in applicable assembly and test procedures.
- Where required, ESD precautions must be followed.
- Assist other functions within the business such as production, spares, service, or training as directed by the Mfg Manger – Systems Test. This could include the need to assist with testing products, fault finding, assisting other departments or personnel.
AUTHORITIES
- Complete tasks and documentation where covered by current training records.
- Complete non-conformance reports and sign off tasks where covered by current training records.
- Confirmation that the product being tested meets the PTS
BENEFITS
Holiday is 25 days plus bank holidays, there is the opportunity to join the company private healthcare scheme.
Apprenticeship duration 42 months + End Point Assessment (3 months)
Weekly working hours: 39 hour week – 4 week (Mon-Thu or Tue-Fri)
2 x 15 min paid tea breaks
1 x 30 min unpaid lunch break
Hours 7:00 to 17:15
9:45 hour day
Total working hours 39
Pay rate – Circa £20k (age dependant with Gov guidance)
Number of positions - 2
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Good, tidy organization of workplace and machinery
- Good hand skills and eyesight for fine work and good attention to detail
- Able to follow verbal instructions
- Ability to understand and communicate technical information.
- Organized, problem solving and ability to document/record information.
Qualifications: Essential
Entry requirements: 5 x GCSE. Grade 4/C including Maths (preferably 5/B), English & Science, BTEC or C&G L3 in Engineering necessary. Candidates with good A Level passes in Maths or electronics will be considered.
Training to be provided:
On completion of the apprenticeship, you will have achieved the following qualification;
· ST0841 Engineering manufacturing Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard
· Level 4 HNC in Engineering or Manufacturing
The final apprenticeship completion certificate will be issued on achievement of the above qualification and successful completion of end point assessment.
Desired skills and personal qualities
- Communication Skills
- IT Skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisational skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
Future Prospects:
To become a fully qualified Manufacturing Test Engineer with Elekta
Other things to consider
This role will develop into a systems/test role with a strong background in system build.
As with all apprenticeships, this requires a long-term commitment – there will be assignments and logbook entries to complete. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a top company, whilst you work towards nationally recognised qualifications.
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: From £20,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Financial planning services
- Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
