Apprentice Toolmaker/CNC Machinist

Support toolmaking tasks, such as maintaining tooling, assisting with repairs, and learning how to manufacture jigs, fixtures, and mould components from scratch. Work from technical drawings and engineering specifications, measuring, inspecting, and checking parts to ensure they meet exact tolerances. Set up and operate CNC machines, loading tools, adjusting offsets, and running precision machining programs to produce high‑quality components.

Training:

The Level 3 Machining Technician standard is delivered in the workplace with 1 day a week attendance at college. 

 

You will work towards gaining a Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship Standard, as well as a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Machining (Development Knowledge).

Training Outcome:

Once you’re a fully qualified toolmaker/CNC machinist, you become a core part of the toolroom, the place where the most precise, technical, and high‑value work happens. You’ll take ownership of complex tooling, solve production problems, and work on bespoke components that keep the entire factory running smoothly. From there, your career can grow in several directions: you can specialise in advanced CNC programming, move into tool design, step up into supervisory or engineering roles, or become the go‑to expert for high‑precision manufacturing. It’s a trade that opens doors, gives you long‑term stability, and puts you in a position where your skills are genuinely hard to replace.

Employer Description:

We are a global leader in packaging solutions for consumer and healthcare products. With industry-leading innovation capabilities, global scale and technical expertise, we help our customers grow and meet the needs of millions of consumers every day.

Working Hours :
Monday 7am-4pm / Tuesday 7am-4pm / Wednesday 7am-4pm / Thursday 7am-4pm / Friday 7am-1pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative