Machining Technician Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship offers a comprehensive training program in modern machining processes including CNC milling, CNC turning, laser cutting, CNC press braking, and robotic welding. You will work on state‑of‑the‑art equipment in a Sandbach‑based manufacturing environment.

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 07.30 am–04.30 pm. Friday: 07.30 am–12.30 pm. 39 hours per week (day shift only). Apprenticeship start date: 1 September 2026. Duration: 3 years 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, laser cutting machines and press brakes.
• Adjust machine parameters such as feeds, speeds and tool positions.
• Program and run robotic welding systems.
• Interpret engineering drawings and perform quality checks on components.
• Conduct routine machine maintenance, safety checks and record keeping.
• Apply risk assessment, hazard identification and environmental best practices.
• Plan work, manage resources, and follow quality assurance procedures.
• Use fault‑finding and diagnostic techniques to troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians and other team members.

Where you’ll work

Hall Lane Works, Elton, Sandbach, Cheshire, CW11 3TU

Training

• Structured Level 3 Apprenticeship programme delivered by Cheshire College – South & West.
• Time away from work for specialist training in health and safety, environmental responsibility, machine operation, programming and quality assurance.
• Full support to study for functional skills (English & maths) if required.

Requirements

• GCSE in Mathematics (grade 4) and Science (grade 4). Further qualifications or industry experience will be considered.

Skills

• Initiative and self‑direction
• Time‑management and reliability
• Good time‑keeping and punctuality
• Personable and polite communication

Benefits

• Full PPE supplied, safety boots provided
• Christmas bonus and raffle with high‑value prizes
• Team building projects (e.g., building a go‑kart)

This apprenticeship is open to candidates who wish to become highly skilled machine operators. Successful completion leads to full‑time employment as a machining technician.

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