Machining Technician Apprentice

  • Company: PCML (Precise Component Manufacturing Ltd)
  • Location: Sandy, SG19 1RB
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £13,312.00 per year
  • Sector: Engineering
  • Ref: VAC-13241
  • Application Deadline Date: 31/05/2024
  • Start Date: 02/09/2024
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday - Thursday 07:30-16:15, Fridays 07:30-15:00

Brief Description

PCML in Sandy, Bedfordshire are looking for a Machining Technician Apprentice. You will be joining a work-based programme that delivers a package of on-the-job training. You will develop the skills, knowledge and experience to become a qualified CNC machinist within precision engineering.

Qualifications Required

To be considered for this role you will ideally need to have GCSE grades 9-4 (A*- C) in English and maths.

If you don't meet the entry requirements for this vacancy but are still interested in an apprenticeship, please contact our dedicated Apprenticeship Recruitment Team who can discuss this with you further - apprenticeships@bedford.ac.uk or 01536 413508

Personal Qualities

To work in line with the terms of the PCML vision and values.
To be an active and engaged member of the team, who shows positive commitment to the business and their own learning.
Puts the customer at the heart of everything.
Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and written.
Ability to organise self and is highly motivated to learn and succeed.
Energetic and resilient, able to work at pace as required.
To perform any other related duties and to work flexibly when required to meet the needs of the business.

Skills Required

Problem-solving skills
Analytical skills
Mechanical skills
Strong math skills
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills

Training to be Provided

Level 3 Machining Technician
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths if required

Future Prospects

You will become a qualified CNC Machinist within Precision Engineering on completion of your apprenticeship.

Vacancy Detail

PCML (Precise Component Manufacturing Ltd) are based in Sandy in Bedford they are one of the fastest growing precision engineering and manufacturing companies in the UK.

They are now looking for a Mechanical Engineering Technician Apprentice to join their team.

Over the course of the apprenticeship, you will receive quality coaching and mentoring from their skilled engineers in the following areas:

Manual Machining – milling and turning.

CNC (Computer numerical control) - Machine operation and setting – milling and turning and assembly.

EDM – Electronic Discharge Machining.

You will be finishing specialisms i.e. deburring, lapping, rumbling, straight graining, ENP (Electro-nickel plating), bead blasting.

Production Engineering will consist of (CAD/ CAM) Computer Aided Design and Computer-aided manufacturing.

In this role your daily tasks will be as follows:

You will be responsible for the completion of daily work given and ensure maximum productivity is achieved.

And ensure that all produced parts are a high standard every time by using colleagues, equipment and processes that are at your disposal.

You will inspect material and end products to ensure that all quality expectations are being met and ensure general unit housekeeping is maintained.

As well as this you will ensure company standards including quality and H&S are maintained at all times.

Other Information

Only Candidates who have fully completed the Application will be considered. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.

Candidates must carry out an initial interview with Bedford College.

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