Hi, I’m Harrison Jones, a first-year Level 2 Engineering Operative apprentice at Greenfield. When I first joined the training program, I started with an induction that covered safe working practices and workshop health and safety. After that, I received hands-on training, working closely with experienced mentors to develop my practical skills.

I settled into my role quickly and found that I really enjoyed the different aspects of the job. Everything was new and challenging at first, but once I was shown how to complete tasks, it became really rewarding. I wake up looking forward to the day ahead. Working at both Greenfield locations has been a great experience, allowing me to learn from skilled engineers and put into practice everything I’ve been taught over the past year. One of my biggest achievements so far has been learning how to set and run the press brakes under the guidance of my team leader, Dale Dinner.

As part of my first-year rotation, I’ve had the opportunity to work in every section of the business. Bending is a key part of the sheet metal manufacturing process—it requires precision because the parts need to fit together perfectly during assembly. It’s a tricky skill to master, but I know how important it is, and I’m proud that I’ve learned how to read technical drawings and fold parts correctly.

Even though we work to structured production schedules, things don’t always go to plan. Delays in production, late part deliveries, or customers needing faster turnaround times mean we have to adjust. This keeps my role interesting, as I need to stay flexible and adapt to different tasks as needed.

Overall, my first year at Greenfield has been a great learning experience, and I’m excited to continue developing my skills.