Person specification:

An interest in manufacturing engineering as a subject and the desire to learn and developAn interest in learning practical/tool usage skillsMust desire and want to Personally develop every day to become a highly skilled toolmakerAble to adapt with a proactive approach to ways of workingExperience of engineering activities are advantageous but not necessary. This may include:Hobbies or voluntary workPrevious work experienceEngineering related school subjectsAble to demonstrate a commitment to personal learning – this could include a hobby, project, or additional qualificationWillingness to work as part of a team

Requirements:

To be eligible for the apprenticeship programme the following must apply:

You have the right to work in the UKYou must not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2025 or later

How does the apprenticeship work?

Provider: South Devon College

Qualification: Level 3

Start date: The next start date will be September 2025; however, the successful candidate could join Howmet prior to September to begin to build a meaningful portfolio of evidenced learning

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Toolmaker Apprentice to join our Casting toolroom team at our plant in Exeter. The apprenticeship will involve training in CAD / CAM / CNC Machining also all toolmaking skills.

Apprentice Duties & Responsibilities:

To learn and perform scheduled and maintenance on all mould tools.Machine components using lathes, drilling, manual milling, grinders, NC and CNC milling machinesMeasurement instruments such as micrometres, gauges and vernier callipers to check the tool’s dimensions and component accuracy monitoring the tools used on the manufacturing line and address any necessary repairs or possible improvementsattending machine breakdowns to identify the root cause and solve the problemmould tool planned maintenanceDesign and manufacture small mould tools, jigs and fixtures Follow work processes and safety standards closely to ensure a safe working environmentTo be committed in working towards achieving the competencies set out in the apprenticeship standardsMaintain an apprenticeship training record to be produced when required