Trainee CNC Machinist

  • Apprenticeship Reference: 1591598988-2
  • Date Posted: 4 March 2025
  • Apprentice Employer: CRG-PRO
  • Location: Durham, County Durham
  • Apprentice Pay: £13.00 to £15.60 Per Hour
  • Apprenticeship Sector: Engineering, Social care
  • Apprenticeship Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time

About this Apprenticeship

Are you looking to develop into CNC Machining but haven't got enough experience or qualifications for some of the other positions? For this role we're looking for people who have some experience in manufacturing who are keen and willing to train.

Responsibilities:

Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output

Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping

Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job

Select appropriate machines (e.g. lathes) and position or load material for a job

Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues

Determine and program size of batches and speed of machine

Monitor output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects

Attributes:

  • Vocational school or apprenticeship preferred
  • Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy and attention to detail
  • Great verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (lathes, grinders etc.)
  • Ability to use precision tools (e.g. calipers) to take accurate measurements
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
  • Knowledge of metal properties and other material
  • Outstanding mathematical skills and analytical abilities
  • Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items

Key Skills and Experience:

Essential

Can do attitude

Computer literate and skills with MS Office functions

Good communication skills

Social media experience and knowledge

Confident and good people skills

Desirable

Problem solving ability

Experience working with team members

Worked within a manufacturing industry

Experience with workshop environment