Apprentice Machinist – Programmer/Setter/Operator (Level 3)
This is an opportunity to learn all aspects of the CNC machining process! Working with NS Engineering Solutions based in Coalville, apprentices will be trained in identifying work holding methods, programming, setting, operating and also the inspection of components to engineering drawings, ensuring they meet quality requirements.
Role
- Learn how to check materials to ensure that sufficient raw materials are available and correct using drawings and technical specifications.
- Follow engineering drawings and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Use the latest techniques, including applying innovative work holding arrangements utilising specialist tooling.
- Learn a range of machining strategies to increase accuracy and productivity.
- Learn how to plan how to complete turning operations, programming (or loading) data into CNC Lathes utilise driven tooling to reduce machining times.
- Learn how to plan how to complete milling operations, programming (or loading) data into CNC Mills using fixtures and vices.
- Learn to adjust a range of machining parameters to maximise machining outcomes.
- Produce products with a high degree of accuracy and finish, ensuring quality standards are achieved.
- You will also learn how to use conventional mechanical measuring equipment including Vernier’s, Micrometres and slips.
- Learn how to use specialist inspection and test equipment.
Training
Qualification
- Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Machining Technician
- Further course info: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/machining-technician-v1-4
- Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Delivery Method
- Apprentices have day relase to attend Loughborough College one day per week, during term time.
A permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Machining technician (level 3)
- Training Provider
- LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE
- Working Week
- Monday - Thursday 6:30am - 3:30pm and Friday 7:30am - 12:30pm
- Expected Duration
- 48 Months
- Positions Available
- 2
- Closing Date
- Friday, 7th June 2024
- Start Date
- Monday, 2nd September 2024
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
Qualifications
- 5 subjects including Maths, English and Science GCSE or equivalent, grade C / 4 or equivalent (Essential)
About the Employer
N S ENGINEERING LTD.
NS Engineering is a subcontract engineering company that services mainly the construction industry, rail network and rock crusher spares. We offer both precision and general purpose machining through a wide range of machinery operated by highly-skilled and experienced staff. We offer CNC turning on lathes capable of producing components up to 900mm in diameter and 3100mm long. All our CNC lathes have the Fanuc control operating system, helping reliability & flexibility on the production line. We also offer CNC milling which can produce components up to 3.6 metres by 1 metre by 1.1 metre in size.
- Company
- N S ENGINEERING LTD
- Location
- 23-24 RAVENSTONE RD IND EST, SNIBSTON DRIVE, COALVILLE, LEICESTERSHIRE, England
- Employment Type
- Advanced Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £12,979.20
- Posted
- Company
- N S ENGINEERING LTD
- Location
- 23-24 RAVENSTONE RD IND EST, SNIBSTON DRIVE, COALVILLE, LEICESTERSHIRE, England
- Employment Type
- Advanced Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £12,979.20
- Posted