Level 3 Engineering Machining Technician Apprentice

About the role

CNC Machining Apprentice 🛠️

Are you ready to kickstart your career in precision engineering? Salco Precision Engineering Ltd is on the hunt for a driven and eager apprentice to join our awesome team! 🚀 If you're fascinated by how things are made and want to get hands-on with cutting-edge tech, this is your chance to shine. ✨

We’re looking for someone who’s keen to learn and grow alongside our seasoned engineering pros. You'll dive deep into the world of CNC machining and precision engineering, gaining practical experience that will set you up for success. 💯

What you’ll be learning and doing:

• CAD/CAM Mastery: Get your hands on industry-standard CAD software to bring designs to life. 💻
• Workpiece Prep: Learn the art of setting up workpieces perfectly for machining.⚙️
• Tooling Genius: Discover how to select, set, and change cutting tools like a pro. 🧰
• Program Power: Test and refine CNC programs to ensure flawless production. 🔢
• Quality Control: Inspect finished parts with precision measuring tools to guarantee they meet exact specs. 📏
• Reading Blueprints: Understand engineering drawings and job specifications inside out. 📖
• Machine Operation: Assist with setting up and operating CNC milling machines.
• Manufacturing Insights: Grasp the full manufacturing process from start to finish.
• Problem Solving: Monitor machining, spot potential issues, and help find solutions.
• Maintenance: Learn basic machine and work-area upkeep.
• Safety First: Always follow company health and safety protocols. ⛑️
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with our experienced engineers and the production crew. 🤝

This apprenticeship is your ticket to hands-on experience creating high-precision components for a variety of industries. It’s the perfect opportunity if you’re passionate about engineering and manufacturing and want to build real-world skills with a respected company.

This role blends on-the-job training with one day a week at college, working towards your Level 3 Engineering Machine Technician apprenticeship. As you grow, so will your skills in CNC machining, setting, and programming! 💪

How to get to us: [Information on travel to the apprenticeship will be provided separately.]

Key responsibilities

• Learning to use CAD software.
• Setting up the workpiece.
• Tool Setting.
• Testing Programs.
• Part Inspection.

Skills