CNC Trainer: Mentor Apprentices in Precision Machining

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants is seeking an experienced CNC Trainer in Whitstable to lead hands-on training for apprentices and operators. You will develop capabilities across the machine shop, coach on setting and operation techniques, and uphold strict quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have proven CNC lathe experience, strong coaching skills, and the ability to mentor new starters while driving continuous improvement in machining processes.

Qualifications

• Proven CNC lathe setting and operating experience in precision engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience using measuring and inspection equipment.
• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical CNC training programmes for apprentices and employees.
• Provide hands-on training on Nakamura and Citizen CNC lathes.
• Assess employee competency and identify development needs.
• Maintain training plans, records and skills matrices.
• Support apprentices throughout their learning journey.
• Work with production teams to identify skills gaps.
• Train employees in machine setting and operation techniques.
• Deliver training on inspection methods and measuring equipment.
• Promote quality standards and traceability requirements.
• Coach staff on tooling, machine optimisation and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Assist in developing training materials and work instructions.
• Support internal and external audits relating to training and competency.

Skills

CNC lathe setting

CNC operation

Reading drawings

Measuring equipment

Machining knowledge

Coaching & mentoring

GCSE English & Maths

Education

NVQ Level 3 / BTEC / HNC or equivalent

Training/Assessing qualification

Experience training apprentices

Tools

Nakamura CNC

Citizen CNC

Job description

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants is seeking an experienced CNC Trainer in Whitstable to lead hands-on training for apprentices and operators. You will develop capabilities across the machine shop, coach on setting and operation techniques, and uphold strict quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have proven CNC lathe experience, strong coaching skills, and the ability to mentor new starters while driving continuous improvement in machining processes.