Machining Technician Apprenticeship: CNC, Precision & Growth

Barkston Plastics Engineering Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Job summary

Barkston Plastics Engineering Ltd. in Leeds invites applicants for an apprentice position in our machining and engineering team. You will learn CNC setup, operation and programming on mills, routers and lathes, alongside manual machining and interpretation of drawings.

We provide close mentoring from experienced machinists and engineering support from our apprenticeship provider, with structured college and workplace training. Holiday entitlement is 24 days plus 8 bank holidays.

Qualifications

• GCSE grade 4/C or above in English, Maths and Science.
• Interest in machining or manufacturing.
• Ability to follow instructions and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate and programme CNC machines (mills, routers and lathes) using industry-standard controls.
• Safely operate manual machining equipment including mills, lathes, pillar drills and routers.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models and technical specifications.
• Select tooling, feeds, speeds and machining strategies for different materials.
• Measure and inspect components using micrometers, verniers and gauges.
• Work to tight tolerances and quality standards across industries.
• Apply 5S, safe working practices and continuous improvement.
• Identify and manage basic needs for machining equipment.

Skills

Follow instructions

Initiative

Interest in machining/engineering/manu

Education

GCSE English/Maths/Science (C or above)

Job description

Barkston Plastics Engineering Ltd. in Leeds invites applicants for an apprentice position in our machining and engineering team. You will learn CNC setup, operation and programming on mills, routers and lathes, alongside manual machining and interpretation of drawings.

We provide close mentoring from experienced machinists and engineering support from our apprenticeship provider, with structured college and workplace training. Holiday entitlement is 24 days plus 8 bank holidays.