Machinist Apprentice

Introduction

The apprenticeship includes manufacturing processes such as milling, turning and hand fitting/bench skills using a range of equipment including CNC and manual machines. All aspects will involve the production of reports, understanding drawings.

About the Employer

Since the 1920s the Cross Manufacturing Company has specialised in the design and manufacture of heat resisting wrought alloy sealing rings and associated products, combining technology with innovation to achieve world-class quality and precision.

What You'll Do

• Milling, turning and hand fitting/bench skills
• Read/understand drawings
• Train in the training school, using a CNC and manual machines

Training Outcome

• Potential to progress onto a higher-level apprenticeship 
• Potential to progress with the company 

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Organisation skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4-9
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4-9
• Essential - GCSE - Science - 4-9

Course Information

Course: Machining technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Shifts to be confirmed between the hours of 7.30am - 4.00pm and 7.30am - 3.00pm

Expected Duration: 4 Years

Training Provider: WILTSHIRE COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY CENTRE