Machinist Apprentice
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Company: METAL ASSEMBLIES LTD
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Location: WEST MIDLANDS, B70 9DD
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £17,136.60 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000038644
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Application Deadline Date: 10/07/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Thursday, 7.30am - 4.30pm and Friday, 7.30am - 12.30pm
Brief Description
Metal Assemblies are seeking a Machinist Apprentice to join their team. As an apprentice, you will learn how to safely set and operate progression and single-operation presses, maintain quality standards, support production efficiency, and assist with machine maintenance and continuous improvement activities.
Training to be Provided
- This is a Level 3 Machining apprenticeship, delivered over a 37 month period
- The apprentice will attend the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Aldridge, WS9 8UG, 2 and a half days per week for the first 14 month
Future Prospects
- Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship, there will be a full-time position available at the company
Vacancy Detail
This role will include:
- Learning to carry out machine setting activities in accordance with Health & Safety regulations and company procedures, including the use of guard cards and oil cards
- Assisting with the setup and operation of progression and single-operation presses to produce quality components
- Conducting quality checks and completing all required production and quality documentation
- Learning and applying best practice setting techniques, including SMED principles
- Supporting the maintenance of customer and company quality standards at all times
- Ensuring operators understand job requirements, gauging procedures, and Kaptur documentation when working on new setups
- Carrying out daily TPM checks on associated equipment and reporting any issues identified
- Assisting with the upkeep of machinery and reporting faults promptly to the Engineering Director, Maintenance Team, or relevant supervisor
- Learning to accurately record tooling and maintenance activities within the MaintainX system
- Supporting weekly inspections of oils, greases, spill kits, and other consumables, ensuring replenishment requirements are reported
- Identifying and reporting health, safety, environmental, and quality concerns, while adhering to company policies and procedures
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and workplace layout improvements within the production area
- Supporting Engineering and New Project teams with the introduction of new products and processes
- Communicating effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and other departments to ensure the smooth flow of information
- Assisting the Maintenance Team with maintenance activities when required
- Looking for opportunities to improve production rates and supporting the implementation of improvement ideas
- Operating forklift trucks and ancillary equipment where trained and authorised
- Undertaking training on new equipment and sharing knowledge with team members where appropriate
- Providing support to other departments, including Quality,
- Production, Welding, and Logistics, when required
Other Information
Demonstrates excellent attendance and punctuality at all times.
A strong listener who is confident in asking questions and seeking clarification when needed.
Enthusiastic and proactive, with a keen desire to learn and actively participate in all activities. Able to follow instructions carefully and independently seek guidance when unsure.