Apprentice CMM Build & Calibration Technician

Getting In Limited; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in metrology solutions is looking for an Apprentice CMM Build & Calibration Technician. This role involves assembling, calibrating, and inspecting coordinate measurement machines (CMM) essential for quality assurance across various industries. Ideal candidates will possess strong attention to detail, mechanical and electronic skills, and a willingness to learn in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Basic fitting, wiring, and soldering upon completion of training.
• Calibration of CMM using lasers and length bars.
• Quality inspection of own work and the work of others.

Skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Willingness to learn

Develop mechanical skills

Develop electronic skills

Flexibility

Can-do attitude

Job description

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Apprentice CMM Build & Calibration Technician

Apprentice CMM Build & Calibration Technician

, Apply From: 27/06/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by DCG

Employer

LK METROLOGY LTD

Vacancy Description

• Basic fitting, wiring and soldering (upon completion of training)
• Precision levelling of surface plates.
• Assembling sub-assemblies from bills of materials using engineering drawings.
• Fitting sub-assemblies into the main CMM build.
• Complete build of CMM from engineering drawings/parts lists.
• Mechanical set-up of CMM from engineering drawings.
• Commission of CMM using in-house software and third-party software.
• Calibration of CMM using lasers and length bars.
• Verification of CMM to recognised standards.
• Disassemble of CMM for shipment to customers.
• Quality inspection of own work and the work of others in accordance with processes and standards.
• Testing and fault finding.
• In-house build of electrical assemblies (when fully trained).
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised work area.
• Maintaining H&S standards at all times.

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Apprentice CMM Build & Calibration Technician

Employer Description

Founded in 1963, LK Metrology is globally renowned for our innovative metrology solutions and services, partnering with our customers worldwide across the automotive, aerospace, defence, motorsport, energy, and medical industries.Our products, including coordinate measurement machines (CMM), portable measuring arms, laser scanners and metrology software are used worldwide to control and improve the quality of manufactured components. Our precision technology underpins the process of design, development, production, and assembly through to quality assurance for our customers.We have offices globally, but our Head Office/Factory is based in Castle Donington, Derbyshire, where our highly knowledgeable teams are responsible for the design, development, and production of all our Coordinate Measuring Machines against strict industry standards. We are proud to be a British manufacturer.Currently, we have 72 employees at our Castle Donington site. The production department is a clean, air-conditioned environment.

Vacancy Location

71 ARGOSY ROAD EAST MIDLANDS AIRPORT DERBY DE74 2SA

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

2

Vacancy Reference Number

1000327555

Key Dates

Apply From

27/06/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-07-07 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-08-01 00:00:00

Learning Provider

DCG

Skills Required

IT skillsAttention to detailLogicalTeam workingInitiativeWillingness to learnDevelop mechanical skillsDevelop Electronic skillsFlexibilityCan-do attitude

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