Chris Hitchcock

Chris Hitchcock is an experienced machine tool fitter at Heller Machine Tools Ltd since July 2014, specializing in the assembly of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic components for 5-axis milling machines. Previously, Chris worked as a paint sprayer at Curtiss-Wright Electro-Mechanical Corporation from March 2013 to July 2014, applying solvent and water-based paints to various components. Prior experience includes a role as an operator maintainer at Polestar Varnicoat Ltd, focusing on the maintenance and operation of magazine stacker machines and other equipment from March 2008 to March 2013, and an engineering apprenticeship at Turbine Blading Ltd, where Chris gained qualifications in mechanical engineering and acquired skills in CNC machining and non-destructive testing from September 2003 to February 2008. Educational background includes multiple qualifications in mechanical engineering from Worcester College of Technology and Warwickshire College, alongside GCSEs and GNVQ in IT from St. Benedict's High School.