Mechanical Engineering Apprentice (CNC)

About this opportunity

An exciting opportunity for a mechanical engineering apprenticeship is available at Aspin Engineering Limited. You will be trained as a machinist, to learn skills on all aspects of workshop machining.

A normal day would include:

• Operating a variety of machine tools including lathes, EDM, grinders, VMCs etc
• Read and interpret drawings to ensure accurate production
• Understand Health and Safety procedures and apply to their working environment
• Machining tools for the electrical wiring industry
• Learning to programme CNC machines
• Takes precise measurements for cutting or shaping
• Select appropriate machine and settings for a given task
• Plans proper sequence of tasks to complete the assignment
• Check output for quality assurance and documents or discard defects
• Identifies need for and performs machine maintenance and minor repairs
• Maintains a safe and clean workstation
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed

What you could go on to do:
Qualified Machinist in an engineering environment.

How you will be supported:
1:1 support from time served, qualified staff.

How you could get there:
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

What you should have to apply

GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and maths is preferred or the ability to work this level

Personal Qualities

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills

Good organisational skills and ability to work on own initiative
Good time management skills
Willingness to undertake any training provided