Cnc Machining Apprentice
British Engines · North East · NE23 1WH
About the role
🚀 Become a Future-Forward Machinist with CMP! 🚀
Ready to kickstart a seriously cool career in mechanical engineering? CMP, a proud part of the British Engines family, is searching for ambitious individuals to join our 4-year Machining Apprenticeship program! 🛠️
This isn't just about learning; it's about *doing*. You'll dive headfirst into hands-on engineering activities, building real skills and experience from day one.
What's the Deal?
- Years 1 & 2: You'll be smashing goals working towards a Level 3 Diploma in Machining. That means one day a week at college and a solid four days a week with us in our Cramlington manufacturing hub, getting invaluable practical experience. 📚🏭
- The Rest of Your Apprenticeship: You'll be mastering the art of CNC machining, including:
- Becoming a wizard with Rotary and CNC Sliding Head machines. 💡
- Setting up, operating, and fine-tuning equipment like a pro.
- Reading and editing CNC programs like they're going out of style.
- Measuring and inspecting components, making adjustments to ensure they're *perfect*. ✅
- Understanding the importance of safety (Risk Assessments & SOPs). 🚦
- Getting to grips with all sorts of precision measuring tools. 📏
- Exploring shaping techniques like boring, cutting, drilling, milling, grinding, and welding. 🔥
- Gaining insight into how a real business operates, seeing how different departments work together. 🌐
We've Got Your Back!
You won't be alone on this journey. You'll have experienced mentors who are genuinely invested in your success, providing guidance and support every step of the way. We're passionate about nurturing the next generation of mechanical engineering talent, and many of our past apprentices have gone on to achieve amazing things – from design and production engineering roles to management positions, and even further education! 🌟
Join us and build a career that's built to last. Apply now and let's create something amazing together! 💪
Key responsibilities
- Learn to set-up, operate and adjust CNC machine equipment settings.
- Read and/or edit CNC programmes.
- Measure and check components, making adjustments to ensure specifications are met.
- Apply a variety of removal and shaping techniques such as boring, cutting, drilling, milling, grinding and welding.
- Understand the importance of Risk Assessments, Standard Operating Procedures, and business operations.
Entry requirements
GCSE in: (English Language or English Literature (grade 5/C or above), Maths (grade 5/C or above))