Machine Operative Apprentice
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Company: SIMMAL LTD
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Location: PRESTON, PR5 8AR
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000045100
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Application Deadline Date: 28/08/2026
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Start Date: 07/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday 8.00am - 5.00pm.
Brief Description
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.
Future Prospects
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.
Career Development: Successfully completing an apprenticeship can lead to roles as a fully qualified Machine Operator, Production Supervisor, or Production Manager.
Vacancy Detail
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.
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., micrometre's, vernier calliper's), 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
Other Information
Please do not contact the company directly. Please note - we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a suitable number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply as soon as possible if you wish to be considered for this role.
A full, clean UK driving licence is typically required, as the role can occasionally involve driving company transport vehicles (e.g., 3.5T flatbed) or forklift operation.