CNC Engineering Apprentice

Introduction

Instrument Machining Services Ltd is a small company located on the outskirts of Thetford that pride ourselves not only on the high-quality parts we produce for the aerospace industry but also the clean work environment in which we do so.

About the Employer

We are a small, well-established precision engineering company based on the outskirts of Thetford. At Instrument Machining Services, we take great pride in producing high-quality precision components for the aerospace industry, where accuracy, reliability, and attention to detail are essential.

What You'll Do

The successful candidate will be working alongside our current CNC engineers in the factory reporting to the factory floor team leader.

There day to day responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Helping to keep the machines producing high quality parts
• Inspecting parts to ensure they are correct to drawing
• Ensuring that they keep there area neat and tidy
• Assisting with deburring parts to ensure they meet the high standards our customers have come to expect
• Upholding and adhering to all health and safety policy’s at all times
• Reporting any issues to factory floor team leader or senior members of staff
• Ensuring that they are meeting all requirements set out by the college

Training Outcome

• Upon completion of your Apprenticeship there may be the opportunity for a full-time role as a CNC setter operator

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Number skills
• Team working
• Initiative

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 5
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 5

Course Information

Course: Machining technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday- Thursday between 8.00 and 16:30, Friday between 7:30 and 11:30

Expected Duration: 3 Years 6 Months

Training Provider: WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE