Engineering Apprentice Toolmaker

Midland Group Training Services; Redditch; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A training services provider in Redditch is offering an Apprentice Toolmaker position. The role includes a structured training program of academic study and hands-on workshop experience in conventional machining techniques, Electrical Discharge Machining, and fitting techniques. Ideal candidates will possess 5 GCSEs with mandated grades. After successful completion, the apprentice will transition into a full-time position within the company, including further training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C / 9-5 for Maths.
• Predicted grades must meet the same for English and Science.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings needed.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured training in manufacturing engineering.
• Gain hands-on experience in machining and production techniques.
• Complete academic studies alongside practical workshop work.

Skills

Setting and operation of conventional centre lathes

Milling and grinding

Operation of Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM)

Basic fitting techniques

Benchwork and associated techniques

Checking and inspection of tools

Understanding engineering drawings

Education

5 x GCSEs (or equivalent) A*-C / 9-5 for Maths and A*-C / 9-4 for English and Science

Job description

Through this Apprenticeship you will train as an Apprentice Toolmaker, where you will undertake a structured training program of academic study and workshop work.

The successful individual will gain first-hand experience of, but not limited to the following:

• Setting and operation of conventional centre lathes
• Milling and grinding
• Operation of Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM)
• Basic fitting techniques
• Benchwork and associated techniques
• Checking and inspection of tools made in house and externally
• Understanding both in house and customer supplied engineering drawings

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

Ideally, candidate to live within a 30 minute commute of the factory in Redditch: B98 8JY.

The first year training will be held at MGTS centre in Redditch, when back on site after the first year the hours will be:

Monday – Thursday: 8.00am – 4.30pm

Friday: 8.00am – 3.00pm

All days include a 15-minute breakfast break and a 30-minute lunch break.

Following successful completion of your Apprenticeship, you will progress into a full-time employed position within the business. Further training and development opportunities will be available to successful individuals.

Location

Samuel Taylor Group Ltd, Arthur Street Central, Lakeside
Redditch
Worcestershire
B98 8JY