Machining Apprentice - HDM ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD

Summary

HDM are looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice to join their machining department. The Apprentice will be working with experienced engineers to learn the essentials to become a qualified engineer. The Apprentice will contribute to the production of products of the highest quality through the operation of manufacturing machinery.

Annual wage

£14,722.50 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

£7.55 ph

Training course: Machining technician

Hours: · Monday to Thursday – 7.30 am to 4.30 pm · Friday 7.30 am to 1.00 pm
37.5 hours a week

Start date: Wednesday 16 July 2025

Duration: 36 Months

Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

As an apprentice machinist technician, you will work under the guidance and supervision of experienced machinists and learn the skills required to operate CNC and conventional machines.

Machine Operation and Setup:

Learn to operate and set up various CNC machines (lathes, mills, etc.).
Follow established procedures and safety protocols.
Assist with machine maintenance and troubleshooting.

Programming and Technical Skills:

Learn to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Assist with basic CNC programming using G-codes and other programming languages.
Learn to select appropriate tools, materials, and cutting parameters.

Quality Control:

Inspect machined parts for accuracy and quality.
Learn to use measuring tools and equipment.
Record and document production data and quality checks.

Safety and General Responsibilities:

Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Learn to work effectively with experienced machinists and other team members.

Where you’ll work

HOLLOWS CHAPEL, SHAWCLOUGH ROAD, ROCHDALE, OL12 6LN

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Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Your training course

Machining technician

Equal to Level 3 (A level)

Your training plan

Training will take place on site at company and at Rochdale Training, on a weekly basis.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE Maths and English (Grade Grade 4/C or above) essential

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Time keeping
Hard working
Team player
Can do attitude
Willing to learn

Other requirements

Busy environment where you will be on your feet for long periods of time

About this company

At HDM, we believe that a better-shaped bale can make all the difference to your recycling output. The more square the bale is, the more space you save and the more you can send to the four corners of the world. So we dedicate our lives to enhancing your recycling process and maximising container space. With years of experience in designing, manufacturing and servicing baling equipment we put more into it, so you get more out of it, taking the time to listen to what you need and focusing on the micro detail to create reliable, bespoke, energy efficient baling solutions.