CNC Machining Apprentice (Gates)

Duties and responsibilities of the apprentice will include programming and operating CNC machines.

Duties 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

• Machining Technician standard Level 3 qualification (A level)
• Training will be delivered initially at TDR Training followed by training in the workplace