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 machines
- Measurement 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 improvements
- attending machine breakdowns to identify the root cause and solve the problem
- mould tool planned maintenance
- Design and manufacture small mould tools, jigs and fixtures
- Follow work processes and safety standards closely to ensure a safe working environment
- To be committed in working towards achieving the competencies set out in the apprenticeship standards
- Maintain an apprenticeship training record to be produced when required
Person specification:
- An interest in manufacturing engineering as a subject and the desire to learn and develop
- An interest in learning practical/tool usage skills
- Must desire and want to Personally develop every day to become a highly skilled toolmaker
- Able to adapt with a proactive approach to ways of working
- Experience of engineering activities are advantageous but not necessary. This may include:
- Hobbies or voluntary work
- Previous work experience
- Engineering related school subjects
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to personal learning – this could include a hobby, project, or additional qualification
- Willingness 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 UK
- You 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
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report .
