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Are you practical, hands-on, and eager to start a career in engineering and product testing?
We are looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice to join our busy testing laboratory in Telford. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable industry experience while working towards a recognised qualification, learning from experienced engineers and professionals
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You will support the testing of a wide range of door hardware products, from locks and hinges through to door closers undergoing hundreds of thousands of operating cycles. No previous experience is required, just a willingness to learn, a positive attitude, and an interest in technical and practical work.
Working in accordance with internal processes, testing standards, H&S, ISO 17025 and UL procedures.
This apprenticeship is the Level 3 Materials Testing Technician.
+ Work safely following manual handling risk assessments to carry out physical hands on testing.
+ Building and/or adapting setup to new situations.
+ Operates a computer to extract/input readily available information and to use available software.
+ Examines test chambers/samples, reads drawings and measuring instruments.
+ Develops knowledge of applicable test requirements and operational instructions.
+ Operates designated machines, special laboratory equipment and tools as directed.
+ Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and work area
+ Receives instructions from and reports to supervisor and personnel in engineering and laboratory operations as needed. Assists in recording observed data on appropriate UL forms.
+ Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
+ Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct, and follow all physical and digital security practices
+ Performs other duties as directed.
+ Perform risk assessments
+ Implementation and maintaining of 5S
+ May prepare instructions for test methods and procedures
+ Establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues.
+ Liaise with suppliers & customers if required.
+ Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
+ Ability to interpret technical information and understanding technical plans and drawings would be beneficial
+ The desire and motivation to learn and develop new and existing skills
+ Willingness to be flexible with working hours/overtimes.
Qualifications:
+ GCSE Level (English, Maths, ICT)
Key attributes you'll bring:
+ Very good attention to detail
+ Able to use Microsoft Office suite primarily within Excel
+ Willing and able to do practical hands on work with manual handling involved on a regular basis
+ Good adaptability in regards to day to day work flow
+ Ability to effectively communicate with internal team
+ Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of the team
This apprenticeship is the Level 3 Materials Testing Technician.
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
UL LLC has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To assure full implementation of this equal employment policy, we will take steps to assure that:
Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
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