Apprenticeship to Future Engineer: Hands-On Training at Silverson Year 3 @silversonmachines

Uploaded March 2018 | Updated September 2026, 10 hours ago

From Apprentice to Assembler: Luke’s Journey at Silverson 🛠️

Meet Luke Harris, a third-year apprentice at Silverson Machines, who joined the program in 2014 at just 17 years old. In this video, Luke shares what it's like working on the shop floor, from building complex machinery like batch mixers and 450 units to troubleshooting real-world issues like faulty seals.

👨‍🔧 Learn about:
• His rotations through Milling, Turning, Inspection, and Assembly
• A typical day at the factory
• Health & safety protocols and hands-on learning
• The technical write-ups required to complete Year 3
• His aspirations for future roles

Whether you're curious about engineering apprenticeships or just want to see behind the scenes at Silverson, Luke offers a relatable, in-depth look at learning through doing.

🔧 Learn more about Silverson's Apprenticeship Scheme: silversonapprenticeships.co.uk

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Apprenticeship to Future Engineer: Hands-On Training at Silverson Year 3

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