CNC machinist apprentice

Amrctraining; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a CNC machinist apprentice to join their dynamic production team. This exciting apprenticeship offers the opportunity to develop essential machining skills while working with cutting-edge CNC technology. You will gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment, learning to operate various CNC machines and ensuring quality standards are met. With a strong focus on personal development, you will be encouraged to take initiative and solve problems creatively. If you are motivated and eager to learn, this apprenticeship could be the perfect start to your engineering career.

Qualifications

• Must be motivated and enthusiastic with good organization skills.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate large CNC machines and maintain quality standards.
• Develop skills in engineering methods and safety compliance.

Skills

Problem solving

Initiative

Education

GCSE English language C or 4 or above

GCSE Maths C or 4 or above

Job description

Qualter Hall & Co are looking for a CNC machinist apprentice to complete a level 3 machining technician apprenticeship. They are looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual to develop a range of Machining skills in order to become part of the Production Team.

When competent, the candidate will work to accurately machine a range of standard and bespoke fabricated-steel products to appropriate quality standards, in line with customer requirements and/or company standards in the most effective manner.

This role will incorporate an engineering apprenticeship, with the aim of developing the technical skills necessary to produce machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards.

Role & Responsibilities:

During your apprenticeship you will learn and be able to complete the following:

• Able to read engineering drawings
• Work on own initiative
• Develop the ability to operate a variety of large CNC machines
• Use measuring equipment

During your apprenticeship you will be expected to gain an understanding of the following:

• General engineering/manufacturing methods & techniques
• Understanding and interpreting relevant engineering/manufacturing data and documentation in order to perform the job role
• Understanding the different roles and functions in the organisation and how they interact
• Obtaining, checking and using the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation)
• Working safely at all times, complying with health, safety and environmental legislation, regulations and organisational requirements
• Planning and, where applicable, obtaining all the resources required to undertake the work activity
• Focus on quality and problem solving. Follow instructions and guidance, demonstrate attention to detail, follow a logical approach to problem solving and seek opportunities to improve quality, speed and efficiency
• Continuous personal development; Reflect on skills, knowledge and behaviours and seek opportunities to develop, adapt to different situations, environments or technologies and have a positive attitude to feedback and advice

Skills Required:

• Problem solving
• Able to use own initiative

Personal Qualities the Candidate Must Have:

• Motivated and enthusiastic
• Good organisation skills

Things to Consider:

During the first year you will be required to attend the University of Sheffield AMRC Training Centre in Sheffield, full time for an initial block of study. You will return to your workplace one Friday per month. After the initial block training you will attend the AMRC Training Centre for one day a week to undertake the knowledge study. The remaining four days will be spent in company learning on the job.

Please note the AMRC Training Centre reserves the right to close applications ahead of the published closing date.

Qualification Requirements:

Advanced Apprenticeships entry requirements:

You will need both of the following:

• GCSE English language C or 4 or above
• GCSE Maths C or 4 or above.

Applicants are also required to successfully complete a series of assessments at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre, as well as an employer recruitment and selection process to secure a place on an apprenticeship programme.