CNC Machinist (Laser cutting) Apprentice

General Description

Tyneside Lasers are looking for an Apprentice CNC Machinist / laser operator to work at their laser cutting facility in Cramlington. The apprentice will learn how to operate equipment efficiently and safely.

Main Duties

Key Responsibilities:

Tyneside Lasers produce precision-machined components using state of the art CNC Laser cutting machines.

You would be involved in all aspects of setting and producing finished components for customers on all machines as well as becoming conversant in the use of the software used to produce programs for both types of machines.

The apprentice will:

• Work with all relevant documentation to enable the production of components within a CNC environment
• Follow all local procedures and follow national and internationally recognised procedures
• Be instructed in elements of inspection and the use of the equipment needed
• Work in a small team to solve all problems that arise. You will have various experienced mentors who will aid their development
• Receiving exposure to day-to-day engineering/mathematical problems
• Be trained in all aspects of the manufacturing process to include setting CNC laser cutting machines, inspection using a range of equipment, documentation, using software to generate CNC and nesting programs

Desired Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Administrative skills
• Number skills

Personal Qualities

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Administrative skills
• Number skills

Desired Qualifications

4 in English GCSE

4 in Maths GCSE

Future Prospects

Full time employment upon completion of apprenticeship