We are proud to have engineering apprentices within M-CNC and in the lead up to FOBEM we spoke to our Quality Engineer\/Lead Inspector, Edd (23) who has recently qualified and Operator, Ewan (21) who has nearly finished his Level 3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Edd:<\/strong> I started at M-CNC in July 2018 after studying my Level 3 Diploma in Public Services & Engineering at Bridgwater & Taunton College<\/a>. I then continued to study whilst working at M-CNC where I have now achieved my advanced apprenticeship in engineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ewan:<\/strong> I joined M-CNC in 2017. Four years ago, I left school and worked with my dad for a short period before meeting Mark Wylde who gave me the opportunity at M-CNC. After a two week introduction, I started my apprenticeship and haven\u2019t looked back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Edd: <\/strong>I discovered the apprenticeship route whilst studying for my Level 3 Engineering at college. I went along to the college\u2019s apprenticeship open evening where I met Leigh Howarth. He spoke about M-CNC and the opportunities in a growing and dynamic business which really appealed to me. I was excited to put the theory I had learned at college into practice. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Ewan:<\/strong> The apprenticeship route really appealed to me because it gives you first hand experience of the job, you\u2019re not just learning the theory. At the beginning of my apprenticeship I spent a lot of time at college but that has transitioned to now being full time in the workshop and completing my assessments in my own time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Edd:<\/strong> Leigh was so passionate about engineering and M-CNC that I knew I wanted to be part of this great local business. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Ewan:<\/strong> It\u2019s a local business with big ambition and being able to work and study locally to where I live, was a real bonus. The people are great and Mark is really understanding and looks to develop all his employees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Edd: <\/strong>I\u2019ve always had a passion for engineering, it started when I was young playing with Lego and working out how everything worked, the love of Lego is still there but I now get to work with machines producing high quality, precision engineered components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ewan: <\/strong>Like Edd, my passion for engineering started with Lego! Engineering is so vast and there is so much opportunity it\u2019s a great industry to be part of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Edd:<\/strong> At the end of my apprenticeship I was mainly working full time, as it was just the assessments to finish. It\u2019s finding the time and generally it\u2019s an hour an evening to get the assignments done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ewan:<\/strong> If you\u2019re passionate about something it\u2019s always easier to find the time and to be focused. I tend to include my study\/assessments at the end of my working day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Edd: <\/strong>We are really looking forward to seeing FOBEM come to life, it\u2019s a great idea and will bring engineering to the forefront for those studying and unsure about what area of engineering they want to go into.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ewan: <\/strong>I\u2019m looking forward to showing students around our workshop so they can see all of our machinery. It looks really futuristic and I think it challenges the misconception that all workshops are full of grime and grease! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Edd: <\/strong>I\u2019m now a Quality Engineer\/Lead Inspector at M-CNC, it\u2019s been such an eye opening experience and I\u2019ve had so many highlights so far. I feel proud to be part of a progressive company and to grow and gain experience within it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ewan: <\/strong>I\u2019m hoping to complete my apprenticeship in the next few months and then to continue working as a Machine Operator, gaining experience on all our machinery and moving into complex when I can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Edd:<\/strong> I\u2019m a big fan of live stream gaming, such as Halo, Call of Duty and FIFA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ewan:<\/strong> Spending time with my family, gym, cycling and rugby are a few of my hobbies which gives me the chance to relax outside of work and study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Edd: <\/strong>Experiencing studying full time at college and an apprenticeship in engineering I can safely say that the apprenticeship gives you such a balance of work and study, it is really fulfilling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ewan: <\/strong>If you like problem solving and practical work whilst still being able to gain a qualification then an apprenticeship in engineering is for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to find out more about FOBEM<\/a>, an apprenticeship in engineering or more information about M-CNC Engineering, please contact Leigh Howarth, Business Development Manager on leigh@m-cnc.co.uk<\/a> or 07712 522902.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Edd and Ewan the engineers of tomorrow In just under a month\u2019s time on the 20 and 21 October, we are proud to be showcasing The Festival Of British Engineering & Manufacturing (FOBEM). 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How long have you been doing your apprenticeship?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why the apprenticeship in engineering route?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What attracted you to M-CNC?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Has engineering\/manufacturing always been a passion?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How do you balance study and working?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Do you think events like FOBEM are beneficial for students?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What\u2019s next after your apprenticeships?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What are you hobbies outside of work and study?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Any advice for anyone wanting to go down the apprenticeship route?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n