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Introduction
This vacancy is for an Apprentice Machinist based in Walton Summit Centre, Preston.
This rewarding career requires a broad skill set—math, mechanical design, interpreting technical drawings and programs, eye for detail—to properly transform a metal casting into a valuable working machined part.
About The Employer
Simmal Ltd is an established company with over 4 decades worth of experience in the aluminium industry. We are a uniquely financed, second-generation family business with a strongly customer-based approach.
Our clients include those in the nuclear, aeronautical, and automotive industries and our experience stretches to many different engineering applications. Here at Simmal, we believe in offering a comprehensive service. Whether you require precision components or a custom solution to a particular problem, we can help.
What You'll Do
A Machine Operator Apprenticeship at Simmal Ltd, a family-run aluminium manufacturing and stockholding business based in Preston, UK.
Involves learning to process materials, set and operate machining equipment (e.g., saws, milling machines, guillotines), and ensure high standards of quality and safety.
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Key Responsibilities:
Machine Operation
Learn to safely set, operate, and monitor aluminium processing and manufacturing machinery.
Quality Control
Read and interpret engineering drawings, measure components using precision tools (e.g., micrometers, vernier calipers), and inspect parts for defects.
Material Handling:
Load raw materials and unload finished components, as well as pick, pack, and load customer orders.
Maintenance:
Perform routine machine cleaning, basic maintenance, and ensure a clean, safe working environment.
Compliance:
Adhere to all health and safety, environment, and quality policies.
Role Requirements Education & Skills
Training Outcome
Engineers work in high-tech, dynamic environments using state of the art equipment. They are inventors, designers, and problem solvers, people who make a difference to the way we live.
As trained professionals, engineers are well paid and highly respected. Many get top jobs and even run their own companies. If you enjoy working as part of a team, like solving problems, and have a practical flair, you will find engineering has a lot to offer.
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Career Development: Successfully completing an apprenticeship can lead to roles as a fully qualified Machine Operator, Production Supervisor, or Production Manager.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - English - Grade 4/C or above
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - Grade 4/C or above
- Desired - GCSE - Science - Grade 4/C or above
Course Information
Course: Machining technician (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Engineering and manufacturing
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday - Friday 8.00am - 5.00pm.
Expected Duration: 3 Years 6 Months
Training Provider: TRAINING 2000 LIMITED
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