Yamazaki Mazak UK has reaffirmed its commitment to the future of British manufacturing by welcoming 17 new apprentices. The class of 2020’s apprenticeship journey began at the Worcestershire Group Training Association’s (WGTA) training centre last month, where they started learning the skills crucial to their future CNC machining, electrical, mechanical and sheet-metalworking roles.

The 17 apprentices accepted on to the scheme are studying in socially distanced classrooms, in adherence with coronavirus-related restrictions. They will eventually move to work across multiple departments at Mazak’s European headquarters in Worcester, as part of the company’s commitment to providing a combination of hands-on training and college-based learning. All apprentices will complete an accredited apprenticeship pathway to Level 3, with the option for some students to complete a further top-up to HNC/D level.

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