Ishida - Level 3 - Machining Technician Apprentice
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Company: Ishida Europe
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Location: Birmingham, B32 3DB
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £300.00 per week
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Sector: Build and Make Things
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Ref: VAC-00817
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Application Deadline Date: 07/03/2026
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Start Date: 17/08/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: At Make UK - Mon - Thur 8am - 4.30pm Fri 8am - 12.30pm and At Ishida: Mon - Fri 7am - 3pm
Brief Description
Ishida Europe is a World leader in the design, manufacture and installation of complete weighing and packing line solutions. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Machining Technician Apprentice (Level 3) to join the Operations team in Woodgate, Birmingham.
Qualifications Required
3 GCSEs at 9 – 4 / A* - C (5 or above preferred), must include maths, English language, and ideally Science, or equivalent related qualification.
Personal Qualities
We value:
• Accountability – personal responsibility
• Commitment - don’t give up when things get tough
• Cooperation – to be a team player
• Excellence – set high standards and strive to meet them
• Innovation – look for ways to do your job better
• Integrity – tell the truth and treat others with respect
Skills Required
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles and hand tools
• Willingness to learn and follow structured guidance
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Training to be Provided
Together with invaluable commercial and practical experience, you’ll gain several academic and vocational qualifications throughout your time with your employer and Make UK, which are fully paid for, including:
● Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Practical Foundation Training – in year 1, in 6 week blocks to include 4 weeks at Make UK and 2 weeks in company
● Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Workplace Competence Training - in years 2 to 4 in company
● Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Development Knowledge - in Years 1, 2 & 3 on block release to Make UK
● In house training in line with your requirements.
● Further qualifications deemed necessary by your employer
On completion of your studies, you will achieve your full apprenticeship certification that will prove competence as a Level 3 Machining Technician
Future Prospects
• By the end of your apprenticeship, you will be well-positioned to advance your career within Ishida. You may have access to various progression routes and opportunities, tailored to your skills, knowledge, abilities, and how you apply them within the business environment.
• Demonstrating the skills you have acquired throughout your apprenticeship along with your drive and determination could open up many exciting opportunities with the Ishida group
Vacancy Detail
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Machining Technician on a level 3 apprenticeship.
About Ishida
Ishida a world leader in the design, manufacture and installation of weighing and packing line solutions, Ishida has an in-depth understanding of many diverse industries – from meat to confectionery, from snacks to frozen food and more. Ishida Europe has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK, and serves Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). We have wholly owned Ishida sales companies in 9 countries, and committed, experienced agents and distributors in a further 15 countries. Innovative weighing and packaging equipment plus complete line solutions for these territories are developed and constructed in our UK manufacturing facility.
Our people:
The wealth of knowledge and experience of Ishida personnel enables manufacturers to benefit from the best solutions to improve their weighing and packing operations. This allows customers to focus on their own business, while we focus on solving their challenges.
Our innovations:
Ishida Europe uses know-how, creativity and state-of-the art technology to develop weighing and packing solutions enabling our customers to stay ahead. We aim for continuous technical improvement - from our revolutionary multihead weighers and check weighers to our latest innovations such as the tray sealers and case packing systems.
Vacancy Description
As a Machining Apprentice, you will be trained to work in a modern manufacturing environment, producing precision-engineered components for world-leading food packaging machinery. You will learn how to operate CNC and manual machines, carry out inspections, and ensure all components meet Ishida’s high quality and safety standards.
The training and development you receive will give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to:
• Set up and operate machine tools
• Read and interpret engineering drawings
• Measure and inspect components
• Work with metals and engineering materials
• Maintain high standards of quality and accuracy
• Follow safe working practices at all times
This will involve:
• In year 1, you will spend a minimum of 16 weeks at Make UK and the remaining time will be spent at Ishida further developing you’ll skills knowledge and abilities.
• In years 2 – 4, You will rotate through key machining and production areas, gaining experience in different machines, processes, and product types.
• Aligned to the apprentice programme there will be an Ishida development pathway to start your career in the manufacturing industry.
• Each apprentice will have a dedicated work mentor with planned regular reviews to support their progression.
• The range of tasks will cover setting and operating machine tools, producing precision components, inspecting finished parts, and carrying out rework or modifications to meet engineering specifications.
• The working environment is characterised by teamwork, emphasising collaboration, engagement, and constructive challenges, where individuals can showcase their skills and abilities to make a meaningful impact.
What's in it for you?
Ishida has a generous benefits scheme which includes:
- 5% employer contribution pension
- Additional pension scheme up to 10% contribution
- Health Cash Plan
- Private Health Care
- Life Assurance
- Income Protection Scheme
- Help @ Hand (healthcare plan)
- Company Bonus Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Online Discounts & Vouchers
- Pay reviews annually
Other Information
We expect all our employees to have high levels of commitment with a strong work ethic. At Ishida Europe, we enable our people to strive for success through continuous learning and development. This means that promising young employees have the chance to rise through the ranks quickly.
Ishida Apprentices will have annual salary increases throughout their 4 years of the apprenticeship programme, as learning objectives are met.
When you have successfully completed your apprenticeship programme, there is potential for you to move into a full-time designated role within Ishida.
Please note that Make UK and Ishida reserve the right to close this advert with no notice, so apply now to avoid disappointment
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