Toolmaker Apprenticeship

Assisting with the servicing and maintenance of injection mould tools in line with TPM schedules Supporting repairs to injection mould tools following breakdowns Assisting production teams at the moulding press with basic repairs and maintenance tasks Supporting minor modifications and improvements to existing injection mould tools Learning to interpret technical drawings and tooling documentation Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work area Develop an understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and water systems associated with injection mould tools Build fault-finding and problem-solving skills with guidance from senior team members Assist with work on production injection mould tools in the moulding press environment Organise your time effectively and maintain accurate maintenance and service records

Training:

Formal training is delivered at HWGTA, located at Mc Kenzie Way, Worcester WR4 9GN.

Work address is Shapers' Technical Solutions UK Ltd, Kingswood Road, Droitwich, WR9 0QH.

Training Outcome:

On completion of the apprenticeship, you would typically progress into a fully qualified toolmaker role within the business, working independently on the manufacture, maintenance and repair of precision tooling. From there, you may continue to develop your skills and move into more advanced or specialist engineering responsibilities over time, depending on experience and business needs.

Employer Description:

Shapers’ Group : a leading player in the tooling and injection moulding sector.
 
Shapers' has proven expertise and experience in tooling design and in the manufacture of plastic parts throughout the world.

Services include product and process design and engineering, tooling sourcing and in-house manufacturing, local tooling maintenance and modification, assemblies, and packaging.

The group applies its expertise and its skills in the automotive, aerospace, consumer products, sport and leisure, building, packaging markets as well as working with leading Tier 1 automotive, special vehicle and commercial vehicle suppliers.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday 08:30 - 17:00, Friday 08:30 - 15:30.

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