Apprentice Toolroom Die Technician
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Company: Magna Cosma Casting UK
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Location: Shropshire, TF3 3AN
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £15,996.19 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000025724
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Application Deadline Date: 18/05/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Whilst at the training provider (In-Comm Training). Monday to Thursday 9am - 4:30pm. Friday 9am - 2:30pm. At the company, please note that this role will turn into a shift pattern.
Brief Description
Magna Cosma Castings are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their Toolroom team. Cosma Casting UK specialises in high-pressure die-casting, focusing on the design and manufacture of medium to large aluminium die-cast automotive components. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic engineering environment.
Training to be Provided
This is a Level 3 Engineering Technician (Toolmaker) apprenticeship, delivered over a 30-month period.
The apprentice will attend the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Telford, TF3 3AJ, full-time for the first 7-months.
Future Prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be a full-time position available and potential to progress on to a Level 4 HNC qualification.
Vacancy Detail
Daily/Weekly Tasks:
- You will be working on the shop floor alongside trained engineers in your area
- You will also work closely with Plant Management and Customers. Your focus is to ensure cost, quality and delivery are of the highest priority, whilst maintaining and adhering to health and safety procedures
- Die Casting: Help develop press tools processes from customer engineering drawings - Customer and Supplier liaison on all project engineering issues
- Tool makers: Complete corrective and preventative press tool maintenance - Be actively involved in continuous improvement activities on the DCM and on tooling - Setting up of the DCM - Obtaining first off and last off sample casting - Obtaining and signing for verification of casting to run using quality master sample and checking fixtures for reference - Monitoring of the DCM ensuring efficient run rates and identifying possible improvements - Compile end of run tooling reports, identifying any repairs or modifications that may be needed - Assist in tool maintenance activities - Ensure job/shift handovers are clear and concise in order to minimise disruption
- Health and Safety - Promote the company's HSE policies across the department and plant
Other Information
Able to demonstrate a clear interest in working in manufacturing and engineering.
Personal Qualities:
- You need to have an inquisitive, analytical personality, be conscientious, have a passion for learning, and want to strive to gain excellent qualifications through our recognised providers
- Commitment and punctuality are critical for the position