CNC Setter Apprentice

Peta Ltd; Fareham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering apprenticeship provider in England seeks a CNC Setter Apprentice. This role offers extensive training through a Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship. Candidates will learn to operate CNC machines, read technical drawings, and must have a GCSE grade 4/C in English and maths. Benefits include free parking and a medical cash benefit scheme. Career progression opportunities are extensive, with a collaborative and methodical mindset required to succeed.

Benefits

Free parking

Medical Cash Benefit Scheme

Life Assurance Benefit Scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a genuine interest in Engineering and willingness to learn.
• Ability to learn through instruction.
• Methodical and logical approach.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 5-axis CNC machines.
• Run existing CNC router programs.
• Read and interpret technical drawings.
• Assist in programming and machining new projects.

Skills

Collaborative mindset

Good problem-solving skills

Methodical and logical approach

Good co-ordination

Can-do attitude

Education

GCSE grade 4/C in English and maths (or equivalent)

Job description

About The Role

Are you a self‑motivated individual with a keen interest in a practical role? Are you keen to secure an apprenticeship which will support you to gain qualifications in a hands‑on environment?

Training to be provided:

As a CNC Setter Apprentice, you will be studying a Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship. Throughout your Apprenticeship with Mimtec, you will be supported by your company mentor and your PETA Learning and Development Coach.

You will attend PETA’s Havant training centre for off‑the‑job training, one day per week for 39 months of the apprenticeship. Overall duration 45 months.

About the role

As a CNC Setter Apprentice, you will be trained to become highly skilled in manufacturing complex, precision parts and components from specialist materials using various machines.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Set up and operate 5‑axis CNC machines
• Run existing CNC router programs
• Assist in programming, setting, and machining new projects
• Read and interpret technical drawings and work packs
• Provide support to CNC trimming operators
• Carry out basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting
• Use measuring tools including verniers, height gauges, and radii gauges
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities by helping identify opportunities to enhance processes and efficiency.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and workshop housekeeping

Shift pattern initially

Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:05

After two years, it may change to swing shift:

1. Week One: 06:00 to 14:05
2. Week Two: 14:00 to 22:05

Apprenticeship Progression

The career development opportunities at Mimtec are extensive. We have a strong track record of investing in our apprentices and allowing them to progress to more advanced roles. As you progress, the role will naturally expand to include additional responsibilities the more you put into the apprenticeship. The more you will gain from the opportunities available.

During the first two years of your apprenticeship, you will rotate through multiple departments to gain a comprehensive understanding of the business. This will provide a solid foundation before you move into a more focused specialism in CNC setting.

Our ideal CNC Setter Apprentice

An apprenticeship is all about learning new knowledge, skills and behaviours. Therefore, to be considered for the role of a CNC Setter Apprentice, you must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in Engineering and a willingness to learn.

Essential Criteria

• GCSE grade 4/C in English and maths (or equivalent)
• Can‑do attitude
• Collaborative mindset
• Real interest in learning and developing skills
• Good co‑ordination
• Methodical and logical
• Good problem‑solving skills
• Learn through instruction

About Us

Mimtec is an owner‑managed thermoforming company started in 2006. It specialises in vacuum forming, pressure forming and 5‑axis trimming, with a strong plastic fabrication department. It has continued to develop and grow over the last 20 years, which is a testimony to the commitment of our team to providing an excellent service to our clients.

Benefits

• Free parking
• Medical Cash Benefit Scheme
• Life Assurance Benefit Scheme

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