Cygnet Texkimp, based in Northwich, announced an apprenticeship training and recruitment partnership with the Trafford & Stockport College Group.
The four new apprentices will spend three to four years training at the company’s Wincham facility and innovation centre, working alongside experienced engineers and fitters to develop practical skills in advanced manufacturing.
Andy McCampbell, operations director at Cygnet Texkimp, said: "The colleges have been extremely collaborative in their approach to working with us, including encouraging our own technical teams to contribute to the training process.
"Their commitment to supporting these young apprentices as they begin their careers is clearly evident and the partnership is shaping up to be a valuable opportunity for everyone involved."
Cygnet Texkimp designs and builds machines for processing high-value fibres, including carbon fibre, used in the automotive and aerospace sectors.
Coral Aspinall, Engineering Department programme leader based at Stockport College, said: "Our aim is to improve the future of engineering across the North West by bridging the gap between employers and colleges.
"It’s been great to work with the team at Cygnet Texkimp, who are actively committed to ensuring these apprentices have the best possible training opportunities and experiences."
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