Operations Technician Apprentice

John Crane; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Slough is looking for Operations Technician Apprentices to join its Production team. This is an excellent opportunity for school leavers or individuals seeking to retrain. Apprentices will gain hands-on experience in manufacturing, assembly, and testing while rotating through different workshops. Ideal candidates will possess a willingness to learn and have an interest in engineering. The role operates Monday to Friday during normal office hours.

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary; suitable for school leavers or career changers.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.
• Basic understanding of engineering principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain lapping and CNC machines to produce precision-finished components.
• Perform precise measurements using specialized tools and equipment.
• Install and set up seals into appropriate test rigs.

Skills

Operate and maintain lapping and CNC machines

Perform precise measurements

Interpret technical drawings

Read instrumentation

Job description

Our Production team based in Slough are now looking for Operations Technician Apprentices to join us this summer. You might be a school leaver or someone who would like to retrain into another career. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to learn from our experts and rotate around our Production team picking up the skills and knowledge you need to play a crucial role in the manufacturing, assembly, testing, overhauling and repairing of our dry gas seals. You will spend time in our Machine and Lapping workshops and be given a mini project to work on using Lean methodologies. This role is based from our Slough site working Monday to Friday normal office hours. John Crane is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to crafting an inclusive environment for all employees.

• Operate and maintain lapping and CNC machines to produce precision-finished components
• Masking/Grooving / Spin testing of Mating Rings
• Perform precise measurements using specialised tools and equipment eg Optical and mechanical inspection
• Interpret technical drawings and work instructions to meet product specifications
• Perform all necessary duties required to safely assemble and test dry gas seals
• Install and set up seals into appropriate test rigs
• Assist in preparing drawings for assembly/disassembly tools and fixtures
• Read instrumentation, record data accurately