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Apprentice CNC Machinist

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Desman Engineering Ltd are looking to recruit an Apprentice Machinist to join their well-established company. They are looking for an enthusiastic, bright and eager apprentice to join an exciting, busy, and growing business to learn many sides of engineering.
Most of the apprenticeship is spent working, learning on the job by getting hands-on experience.
Responsibilities
- Set & Operate CNC Lathes, CNC Milling Machines & Manual & Conventional Machines
- Programme & Set multi-sensor CNC inspection equipment
- CNC program development using CAD / CAM systems
- In process inspections
- Offset adjustment
- Tip changing
- Tool setting
- Machine set-up
- CNC programme editing for cutting and inspection equipment
- Inspection equipment programming
- CNC programming (basic)
- CAD / CAM programming
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Requirements
- GCSE in: English (grade 4), Maths (grade 4)
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical thinking
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
- Other relevant qualifications and industry experience are welcomed. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect existing knowledge.
Benefits
- The company is committed to ongoing training and development within the sector.
- Potential for full-time employment upon completion.
- Earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship.


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Application Process
- The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000037246.
About Desman Engineering Ltd
Desman Engineering Ltd are experts in large and precise sub-contract CNC machining in a wide range of different materials, utilizing the latest multi-tasking CNC machining assisted by years of experience and technology. Desman is a family-run business founded in 1989, employing a workforce with over 30 committed, highly skilled employees who continue to keep up-to-date with today's ever-changing climate.
Contact
- WEST NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COLLEGE
- Ryan
- apprenticeships@wnc.ac.uk
- 01623 900479
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