Machining Technician Apprentice (CNC Engineering)

THE PHOENIX BARREL COMPANY LIMITED; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Barrel Company Limited invites applications for an engineering apprentice to learn a full CNC manufacturing process. You will work with experienced machinists and progress through setting up machines, measuring parts, reading drawings, and maintaining equipment.

Training is to Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Level 3, with course through Solihull College & University Centre. Duration is 3 years 6 months, with progression into CNC programming and quality roles as you gain

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at level 4 or above are essential.
• Willingness to learn and hands-on approach are required.
• Practical mindset and good communication are important for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes as part of training.
• Assist with machine set-up and production tasks.
• Read engineering drawings and measure components with precision instruments.
• Perform deburring and finishing of parts to quality standards.
• Record inspection data accurately and maintain equipment.
• Follow health and safety procedures and lean manufacturing principles.
• Support experienced machinists and learn production planning.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving skills

Team working

Good Time Keeping

Practical Mindset

Positive Attitude

Willing to learn

Reliable

Education

GCSE - English - 4 or above

GCSE - Maths - 4 or above

Job description

Introduction

Join one of the UK's leading manufacturers of precision rifle barrels and learn a highly specialised engineering trade. Working alongside experienced CNC machinists, you'll develop skills in advanced manufacturing, precision measurement, quality control and CNC machining while earning a nationally recognised qualification.

About the Employer

This role involves standing for long periods, lifting engineering materials within safe limits, operating machinery and maintaining high standards of safety and precision. Applicants should enjoy practical, hands-on work and be committed to learning.

What You'll Do

The apprentice will learn every stage of the manufacturing process, including:

• Operating CNC lathes
• Machine set-up
• Measuring components using precision equipment
• Reading engineering drawings
• Deburring and finishing parts
• Recording inspection data
• Maintaining machinery
• Health & Safety procedures
• Lean manufacturing
• Supporting experienced machinists
• Learning production planning and workflow

The successful apprentice will gradually take responsibility for producing high-quality precision engineered components.

Training Outcome

Successful completion could lead to a permanent position as a CNC Machinist with opportunities to progress into CNC programming, process improvement, quality inspection, production planning or supervisory roles.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Good Time Keeping
• Practical Mindset
• Positive Attitude
• Willing to learn
• Reliable

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4 or above
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4 or above

Course Information

Course: Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Thursday: 7.30am - 4.30pm and Friday: 7.30am - 1.30pm.Overtime may be available depending on business requirements.

Expected Duration: 3 Years 6 Months

Training Provider: SOLIHULL COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY CENTRE