Machining Apprentice

About the role

Apprentice Machinist 🛠️ | Dunphy's Machining Department

Ready to kickstart your career in precision manufacturing? Dunphy's is looking for motivated individuals to join our elite machining team as Apprentice Machinists! 🚀 You'll work hand-in-hand with seasoned engineers, gaining the hands-on experience to craft top-tier precision components.

What you'll be doing:

• Mastering the safe and efficient setup and operation of CNC machinery. ⚙️
• Getting hands-on with industry-leading Mazak CNC lathes and Haas machining centres. 💪
• Learning the ins and outs of setting tooling, offsets, and fixtures. 🔧
• Becoming a pro at reading and interpreting engineering drawings, setup sheets, and technical data. 📊
• Producing precision components and honing your skills to meet exact tolerances. ✅
• Using essential measuring tools like micrometers, verniers, and gauges to ensure quality. 📏
• Keeping an eye on machining operations, spotting any quality or production hiccups. 👀
• Maintaining a clean and organized workspace. ✨
• Strictly adhering to all health, safety, quality, and environmental protocols. 💯
• Collaborating with our manufacturing team, growing your responsibilities as your skills and confidence soar! 🌟

Key responsibilities

• Learning to set up and operate CNC machinery safely and efficiently.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical information.
• Producing precision components and learning to work to specified tolerances.
• Using measuring equipment to inspect completed work.
• Following health, safety, quality and environmental procedures.

Entry requirements

GCSE in: (English (grade 4), Maths (grade 4))