General Machining & CNC Operator engineering Apprentice

Summary

Get hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology! Dive into the world of precision engineering as you master the operation and maintenance of Manual Milling Machines, Lathes, Saws, and CNC Routers.

Annual wage: £16,000 a year
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Training course: Machining technician (level 3)
Hours: Monday - Thursday 08:00 - 17.15, Friday 08:00 - 13.00
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 2 December
Duration: 3 years 6 months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

At Salesmade, whether you’re crafting intricate components or tackling large-scale projects, you’ll gain the skills to bring your ideas to life with these powerful tools!

The role will include interaction with General Machining and CNC Departments, along with Production Management.

The apprentice will learn:

About materials
How different materials are handled and how they are processed on the equipment
To understand technical drawings and specifications
About product quality
How to maintain and clean the equipment
The training will lead to machine operation, programming and maintenance. Emphasis will also be placed on safe working practices, time management and communication

Where you’ll work

Salesmade Ltd, Unit 18, Farmbrough Close

Aylesbury

HP20 1DQ

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

Your training course

Machining technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Comply with statutory health and safety regulations and procedures.

Comply with environmental, ethical and sustainability regulations and procedures: safe disposal of waste, re-cycling or re-use of materials and efficient use of resources.

Prepare and set up conventional or CNC machines.

Operate and adjust conventional or CNC machines.

Apply risk assessment and hazard identification processes and procedures in the work area.

Monitor, obtain and check stock and supplies, and complete stock returns.

Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.

Read and interpret information. For example, data and documentation used to produce machined components.

Apply engineering, mathematical and scientific principles.

Plan and organise own work and resources.

Follow and apply inspection, quality assurance procedures and processes.

Select machining process.

Select and setup tooling and work holding devices.

Set and adjust machine operating parameters. For example, setting feeds and speeds for roughing and finishing operations, loading, proving and validating programs when using a CNC machine tool.

Apply machining operations and techniques to produce complex components with features. For example, parallel; stepped; angular diameters and faces; grooves; slots; recesses and undercuts; radii and chamfers; internal and external forms and profiles; reamed; bored; drilled and electro eroded holes; internal and external screw threads.

Measure and check components.

Select and check condition of tools and equipment. Identify issues, resolve and take action as needed.

Identify and action issues in the manufacturing process.

Apply fault-finding and diagnostic testing procedures to identify faults. Diagnose and resolve issues. Escalate issues.

Maintain the work area and return any resources and consumables.

Communicate with others verbally. For example, colleagues and stakeholders.

Follow machine shut down, safe isolation, handover, start up or warm up procedures. Escalate issues.

Apply continuous improvement techniques. Devise suggestions for improvement.

Apply ethical principles.

Apply team working principles.

Your training plan

General Health & Safety & Manual Handling.

Attendance at Milton Keynes College.

Support from the employer for your learning, development and personal growth.

You'll be studying at the Innovation & Technology, one day a week at Milton Keynes College for the Level 3 Machining Apprenticeship.

Throughout your apprenticeship you'll get:

Expert mentors/trainers who will guide you through your apprenticeship
Hands-on learning, who will give you real-world feedback
Modern facilities with ample access to tech equipment and resources and much more!

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English and Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Number skills
Problem solving skills
Attention to detail

About this company

Salesmade Ltd is a well-established independent supplier of bespoke aluminium extrusions and fabricated products. Established in 1980, we are proud to be one of the longest standing manufacturing companies in Aylesbury.

After this apprenticeship

A permanent position may be on offer upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000282815.

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Closes in 5 days (Friday 1 November)

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