CNC Machinist (Production Manufacturing) Apprentice

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Job description

PETA Ltd are looking to source an exceptional Engineering CNC Machining Apprentice for our client, GWK. If you want to become a highly skilled machinist manufacturing complex, precision parts and components from specialist materials using CNC machine tools this is the role for you.

You will learn how to set, operate and adjust/edit equipment settings. Once competent you will be able to produce and prove programmes. You will measure/check components and make adjustments to meet specifications. You will be learning about CNC Mills, Lathes and Mill turns. Identifying the most effective toolpaths and machining strategies.

As a CNC machining engineering apprentice, this programme forms part of your companies succession planning for the future. The company will support your personal and professional development. You will be trained, supported and monitored throughout the process.

Training to be provided

Throughout the duration of the CNC machining engineering apprenticeship you will be required to attend PETA's Havant training centre for off-the-job training. This will start as 18 months of day release when you will complete your foundation skills training.

Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements
Working efficiently and effectively
Using and communicating technical information
Preparing and using Manual Turning Machines
Preparing and using Manual Milling Machines
Preparing and using CNC Milling Machines
Preparing and using CNC Turning Machines
Using fitting and assembly Techniques.
Producing Mechanical Engineering Drawings using a CAD System
Conducting business improvement activitiesYou will then pass through the foundation Gateway to complete your skills development training in years 2 - 4 with your employer. Your Level 3 development programme will include:

Level 3 Advanced Engineering (Development Competence) delivered in the workplace by your PETA Job Coach, and day release for 24 months to complete a Level 3 EAL technical certificate.Overall duration 48 months.

About the role

You will learn how to receive and check materials ensuring that they are available and correct
As a CNC machining engineering apprentice you will become competent using engineering drawings and technical specifications to set and operate machinery
Learn how to follow processes and use proven techniques, including setting up work holding using chucks, fixtures and vices and specialist tooling
As a CNC machining engineering apprentice you will become competent become competent planning how to complete milling/turning operations, entering programming data into CNC Mills and Lathes
Become competent programming, setting and operating CNC machinery
As a CNC machining engineering apprenticyou will become competent you gain experience you will take responsibility for adjusting a range of machining parameters to maximise machining outcomes producing products with a high degree of accuracy and finish, ensuring quality standards are achieved
You will become competent using conventional mechanical measuring equipment including Vernier's, Micrometre's to check that work is correctBenefits

Auto-enrolled into the company pension scheme after qualification period
20 days holiday plus bank holidays (TBC)
Free parking on site
Onsite rest area with kitchen facilities
Overtime available
Paid Weekly

Essential Skills

2 GCSE's at grade C or above (or equivalents) to include Maths and English are essential.
Your motivation and drive are the assets that will be best appreciated.
You will possess good communication skills with the ability to communicate with peers and management
You will need to be open minded and willing to develop your knowledge and skills to support your future development

Desirable Skills

You will have a good level of dexterity hand skills
Demonstrate an interest in contributing towards manufacturing mechanical components are desirable
You will have good hand to eye co-ordination and hand skills
Your logical approach to problem solving will enable you to perform to make a good contribution to all aspects of the job
You need to be able to learn through instruction and experience

About Company

Our client was founded in 1983, they are a well-established and reputable precision engineering company located in Worthing. They have over 10 members of staff supporting an extensive manufacturing capability. They are proud to work in partnership with their customers to build successful, long-term relationships. Our clients vision is to provide their customers with high quality precision engineered products, this is underpinned by their guiding principles of integrity, trust and teamwork. Our client are looking forward to training their next generation of precision engineers