Apprentice Toolroom Die Technician

Magna Cosma Casting UK

Shropshire (TF3 3AN)

Closes in 12 days (Monday 6 April 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 24 March 2026

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Summary

Magna Cosma Castings are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their Toolroom team. Cosma Casting UK specialises in high-pressure die-casting, focusing on the design and manufacture of medium to large aluminium die-cast automotive components. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic engineering environment.

Wage

£15,996.19 a year

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Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Whilst at the training provider (In-Comm Training). Monday to Thursday 9am - 4:30pm. Friday 9am - 2:30pm. At the company, please note that this role will turn into a shift pattern.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 14 September 2026

Duration

2 years 6 months

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Daily/Weekly Tasks:

  • You will be working on the shop floor alongside trained engineers in your area
  • You will also work closely with Plant Management and Customers. Your focus is to ensure cost, quality and delivery are of the highest priority, whilst maintaining and adhering to health and safety procedures
  • Die Casting: Help develop press tools processes from customer engineering drawings - Customer and Supplier liaison on all project engineering issues
  • Tool makers:  Complete corrective and preventative press tool maintenance - Be actively involved in continuous improvement activities on the DCM and on tooling - Setting up of the DCM - Obtaining first off and last off sample casting - Obtaining and signing for verification of casting to run using quality master sample and checking fixtures for reference - Monitoring of the DCM ensuring efficient run rates and identifying possible improvements - Compile end of run tooling reports, identifying any repairs or modifications that may be needed - Assist in tool maintenance activities - Ensure job/shift handovers are clear and concise in order to minimise disruption
  • Health and Safety - Promote the company's HSE policies across the department and plant

Where you'll work

Cosma Casting UK
Telford 54 Business Park
Telford
Shropshire
TF3 3AN

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

Training course

Engineering technician (level 3)

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Training schedule

This is a Level 3 Toolmaker apprenticeship, delivered over a 30 month period.

The apprentice will attend the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Telford, TF3 3AJ, full-time for the first 7 months.

More training information

At Magna Cosma Castings, plant conditions necessitate exposure to heat, cold, dust, hot objects, and loud noises within our manufacturing environment. Full Health and Safety training and PPE provided for all conditions.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English, Maths and Science (grade 5-9 minimum)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Initiative
  • Physical fitness
  • Interest in Engineering
  • Committed
  • Good punctuality

Other requirements

Able to demonstrate a clear interest in working in manufacturing and engineering.

Personal Qualities:

You need to have an inquisitive, analytical personality, be conscientious, have a passion for learning, and want to strive to gain excellent qualifications through our recognised providers.

Commitment and punctuality are critical for the position.

About this employer

Cosma Casting UK is an operating unit of Magna International, one of the world’s premier global automotive suppliers.  Magna’s pioneering technology and creativity allows our customers to ask for solutions that lie beyond what they previously thought was possible.

 

Cosma Casting UK has established a manufacturing facility in Telford, UK.  For this venture, we are looking for Maintenance Apprentices.  Cosma Casting UK specialise in high pressure die-casting that designs and builds medium to large aluminium die-cast automotive components.

https://www.magna.com/company/company-information/magna-groups/cosma (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be a full-time position available and potential to progress on to a L4 HNC qualification.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

Keira Stead

keiras@in-comm.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000022810.

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Closes in 12 days (Monday 6 April 2026 at 11:59pm)