Machining Apprenticeship

Learning how to set, program and operate a range of CNC machine tools to produce machine tool components. Machines include: Lathes, Milling, Grinding, Multi-Tasking, 5 axis machines and Component Inspection.

Training:

Formal training is delivered at HWGTA, located in Worcester (WR4 9GN).

Duration approximately 40-45 months.

Year 1, between 22–39 weeks are spent at HWGTA Training Centre developing practical engineering skills, alongside one day per week in the classroom, completing the theoretical elements of the EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering.
Year 2, predominantly based in your company, returning to the Training Centre one day per week to continue and complete the specialised elements of their Level 3 Diploma (Development Knowledge).

Years 3–4
Based full-time in your company, developing practical skills and knowledge in preparation for the End Point Assessment to gain your Machining Technician Level 3.

Training Outcome:
Specialisation in a core module. HNC/Level 4 Apprenticeship recommendations based upon college feedback and grades, general attitude, application, timekeeping, etc. Foundation Degree or Management qualifications. Team Leaders in Machining, SMD and Assembly. Supervisors in Machining, SMD and Assembly. Application Engineers. Production Engineers. European Engineering and Automated Solutions Engineers Quality Inspectors. Service Engineers.

Employer Description:
Yamazaki Mazak UK Ltd is based at the European manufacturing plant in Worcester, which also houses the European Technology Centre (ETC) and gives customers direct access to support from the UK’s largest and most expert team of engineers, with vast experience in machine tool applications for almost every industry sector. Our European Manufacturing Plant is not just a machine tool assembly plant. We pride ourselves in managing a complete operation. We machine our castings, we make our own spindles, our own turrets, our own tool magazines and our own sheet metal covers. We’re committed to manufacturing in Europe and have continually invested in new machinery and equipment for the factory since its opening in 1987.

Working Hours :
During your apprenticeship normal working hours will be from 08:15 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, but can be adjusted starting as early as 07:45. Once you are qualified you will move on to shift work, 5:30 am - 1:30pm and 2:00pm to 10:30 pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Demonstrate Practical ability,Hardworking,Self-motivated,Good time management,Work well under pressure