Apprentice CNC Machinist (Responsive Engineering)

General Description

Responsive Engineering are looking for apprentices to start their engineering journey in September 2022.

Main Duties

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Understand mathematical techniques, formula and calculation involved in the machining processes such as speeds and feeds, calculating angles/tapers, material removal
• Understand the practical and theoretical uses of the machines used, and their applications
• Understand the work-holding devices, cutting tools, and setting up procedures, in adequate depth to provide a sound basis for carrying out the activities, correcting faults and ensuring the work output is to the required specification
• Learn to read engineering drawings
• Learn to set and operate CNC machines (including setting the cutting speeds and choosing the correct tooling)
• Learn to program CNC machines using different controls
• Learn to carry out changes to programmes
• Learn to problem solve machine issues
• Learn about housekeeping and daily maintenance checks in the work area
• Ensure all working practices and procedures are followed at all times
• Understand and complete all work-related documentation accurately and on time
• Undertake any other duties in line with capabilities
• Maintenance and safe working practices and use of PPE

Desired Skills

• To be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
• Hard working
• Reliable
• Willing to learn
• Motivated

Personal Qualities

• To be thorough and pay attention to detail
• Candidates must be hardworking, committed, and motivated
• Reliable and punctual with the ability to work individually and as part of a team
• A pro-active approach to learning and work is essential
• Good problem-solving skills

Desired Qualifications

The candidate must have GCSEs at grades C/4 or above (or equivalent) in maths and English Language

Future Prospects

Full time position on completion of the Apprenticeship