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Diecasting machine operator apprenticeship

Jones & Wilkinson LTD · Willenhall · posted 2 September 2026

Wage
£20,020 a year
Hours
38.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Starts
21 September 2026
Closing date
16 September 2026
Positions
1

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Key Duties:

Machine Operation:

  • Monitor the production process
  • Keep melting pots topped up
  • Make necessary adjustments relating to injection pressure, cycle time and cooling parameters to ensure product quality
  • Change tools
  • Set machines
  • Basic maintenance on tools

Die preparation:

  • Start-up diecast machines
  • Be able to install and secure dies on the machines safely, ensuring proper alignment and functioning

Quality Control:

  • Implement quality control measures to identify and address issues promptly
  • Measure for defective parts
  • Follow and comply with ISO9001 company quality standards
  • Maintenance and housekeeping

Your training

This is a level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship delivered over a duration of 12-months. The apprentice will be required to attend the training centre, In-Comm Training and Business Services, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 8UG 1-day per week.

Where it leads

Potential progression to foundry manager in the long term (9-years).

About Jones & Wilkinson LTD

Jones and Wilkinson have been making tools and diecasting since 1965 and are now managed by the 3rd generation of Wilkinson. We have expanded steadily and now occupy 4 units in Ezekiel Lane, Willenhall in the heart of the black country.

In 2018 we began a partnership with the Swedish diecasting company Gjuteriteknik (GT for short) , becoming part of the GT family of diecasting companies around Europe.

We appreciate the need to attract young people to the company which is essential for the future continuation of the business. We believe in investing in people, offering apprenticeships and training from machine and equipment suppliers.

Employees also have the opportunity to spend time in Sweden at the GT factory to learn new manufacturing methods.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitnessCollaboration

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English and Maths (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • EZEKIAL LANE, SHORT HEATH, WILLENHALL, WEST MIDLANDS, WV12 5QU

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