Solstrand - the next step in your career?
We’re always keen to hear from experienced engineers with milling and turning experience, or CNC programming abilities. In addition, we are running an apprenticeship programme. We would also consider transfers of current apprentices – please contact us to discuss. We are currently advertising two positions:
- Apprentice Precision Engineer – in conjunction with our training partner, the MTC based at Oxford Advanced Skills in Culham, Oxfordshire.
- Driver-Labourer (contract) – a direct appointment will be made after an informal interview
Apprentice Precision Engineer
Interested in precision engineering? Launch your career in the aerospace sector at a growing, ISO 9001 accredited subcontractor. You’ll study in a top facility in Oxfordshire then continue to learn from our experienced machinists in High Wycombe. No shift work, no nights.
We appreciate that everyone learns and thinks in different ways; therefore, if you would prefer to provide your information in a different format; for example, over the phone, or you need support in completing your application please contact [email protected].
| Vacancy location | J&J Building, Hillbottom Rd, Sands Ind Est, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP12 4HJ |
| Training location | OAS, Culham Science Park, OX14 3DB |
| Working week | 39 hours: 7:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Thursday, 7am to 12pm Friday hours |
| Annual Salary |
£20,147 |
| Expected duration | 36 months |
| Closing date | 1 May 2024 |
| Start date | 2 September 2024 (or earlier) |
What you’ll do and learn:
- Read drawings and understand dimensioning and tolerances.
- Set and program CNC milling machines and turning centres for production of precision-made components to drawings.
- Use of manual mill and lathe and other hand-operated equipment.
- Maintain a clean and well-organised work area and keep equipment and tooling in a good working condition.
- Maintain quality and accuracy of the machined product by carrying out checks and inspection by using the full range of available measuring instruments.
- Produce components within the agreed standard time and suggest improved alternative methods of manufacture.
Skills and personal qualities required:
Computer literate, good communication skills. Willingness to learn in both formal and job settings is necessary. A solutions-orientated outlook and a positive approach to problem solving is also necessary. Focused on continuous improvement.
Qualifications required:
English and Maths GCSE at grade A* to C or equivalent is required. Other Science or Resistant Materials GCSEs advantageous.
Reality Check:
Health and safety is paramount and the employee manual must be adhered to at all times.
You will be expected to travel to Culham and High Wycombe throughout the duration of your course on a block release basis of four weeks at the training centre followed by four weeks in our factory. Please ensure the commute is feasible and you are able to travel to both.
Please ensure you answer the following questions with your application:
Question 1: Have you shown an interest in engineering or manufacturing in the past? Give an example of a personal project or some research you’ve done.
Question 2: Why do you think that you are suited to a career in engineering?
Preliminary summer placement available before the apprenticeship starts – please ask us. Possibility of a full-time position after completion of the apprenticeship.
Solstrand is a sub-contract engineering company, based in High Wycombe, specialising in the production of precision components. These range from one-off prototypes to small batch production in the thousands of pieces. We have experience in the following areas:
Customers: · Aerospace Parts · Medical Equipment · Metal Seals · Soil Testing Equipment · Electrical Turned Parts · Gears · Shafts for Gear Boxes · Food and Confectionery Machine Parts Processes: · Turning, milling, drilling, grinding · Fabrication · Brazing, silver soldering, soft soldering · Bonding · Assembly · Polishing, deburring, cleaning. Research and Development with drawings, together with assembly work is undertaken if required.
Apprentice Precision Engineer: How to apply
Interested in this position? You’ll need to apply through our partner:
Driver-Labourer
Work in a growing local business and contribute to the team’s success by keeping the working environment, safe, clean and efficient on a contract basis.
| Vacancy location | J&J Building, Hillbottom Rd, Sands Ind Est, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP12 4HJ |
| Training location | On-site |
| Working week | Regular hours to suit you between these times: 7:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Thursday, 7am to 12pm Friday hours |
| Wage | Hourly: £11 |
| Expected duration | Permanent |
| Closing date | 15 April 2024 |
| Start date | 20 March 2024 |
Job Opportunity Driver, Labourer, and Cleaning Role
Responsibilities:
As a versatile team member, you will be responsible for:
1. Driving:
- Safely operating the company van to transport finished goods to our partner companies.
2. Labouring:
- Assisting with general tasks in the factory and around the site. This may include moving raw materials and finished components.
- Handling loading and unloading of equipment and materials.
- Supporting our engineers with various tasks.
3. Cleaning:
Ensuring cleanliness and tidiness in the workshop and office areas.
Regularly cleaning and sanitizing common spaces and restrooms.
Disposing of waste and following proper recycling practices.
Join our dynamic team and play a vital role in our precision engineering company. Apply using the form on the right.
Personal qualities:
- Honesty, politeness, willingness to engage positively with other employees
- Strong work ethic and punctuality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Attention to detail and cleanliness
Qualifications required:
- Full, clean UK driving licence (no points)
- Evidence of your right to work in the UK – we will ask you to prove your right to work
Reality Check: Health and safety is paramount and the employee manual must be adhered to at all times.
Solstrand is a sub-contract engineering company, based in High Wycombe, specialising in the production of precision components. These range from one-off prototypes to small batch production in the thousands of pieces. We have experience in the following areas:
Customers: · Aerospace Parts · Medical Equipment · Metal Seals · Soil Testing Equipment · Electrical Turned Parts · Gears · Shafts for Gear Boxes · Food and Confectionery Machine Parts Processes: · Turning, milling, drilling, grinding · Fabrication · Brazing, silver soldering, soft soldering · Bonding · Assembly · Polishing, deburring, cleaning. Research and Development with drawings, together with assembly work is undertaken if required.
Driver-Labourer: How to apply
Driver-Labourer: How to apply
Interested in this position? You can apply directly through this site by completing the form below.
Our principles
01.
Quality
Every component, milled, turned and finished to spec.
02.
Consistency
The same quality of output in the thousandth batch as the first.
03.
Service
Customer focus, honest answers, straightforward dealings.
Our achievements
Just some of the figures that underpin our company’s success: