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Apprentice CNC Operator
Begin your career as an Apprentice CNC Operator. You'll work towards a Level 2 Engineering Operative qualification while learning to operate CNC machines, read engineering drawings and produce quality components. With full training and support, you'll develop practical engineering skills in a modern manufacturing environment.
Requirements
- GCSE in: English (grade grade D/3/Level 1 Functional S)
- GCSE in: Maths (grade grade D/3/Level 1 Functional S)
- Good listening skills
- Verbal Communication skills
- Written Communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Great attention to detail with a goal-driven attitude
- IT skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical thinking
- Team working skills
- Creative thinking
- Initiative
- Non-judgemental attitude
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- MS Teams
The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Responsibilities
- Learn to set up and operate CNC machines to manufacture precision components.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Produce high-quality parts safely and accurately.
- Use manual machinery and a variety of hand tools.
- Assist with machine set-up, proving and production processes.
- Work alongside experienced engineers and manufacturing staff.
- Follow health and safety procedures and ISO quality standards.
- Help maintain a clean, organised workspace using 6S principles.
- Develop problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills.
- Work towards a Level 2 Engineering Operative apprenticeship qualification.
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Benefits
- Full training and support
- Wage: £16,224 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age (National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices)
- Pay: £8.00 per hour during the first year of the apprenticeship. Pay will increase in line with National Minimum Wage legislation after the first year, subject to age and apprenticeship status.
- Training: Fully funded engineering apprenticeship programme, designed to support the development of technical knowledge and practical engineering skills relevant to the forging industry.
- Training Schedule: 1 day per week via virtual classroom, accompanied by an assessor visit every 8–12 weeks. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
- Potential Future Pay: Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
- Career Progression: Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent CNC Operator position. With further experience and training, you'll have opportunities to progress into roles such as CNC Programmer, CNC Setter/Operator, Production Engineer or Manufacturing Supervisor, building a long-term career in engineering.
- Employee Benefits: GP appointments, mental health and wellbeing support, life assurance, physiotherapy, staff discounts and savings, your birthday off, and the opportunity to buy additional annual leave.
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Application Process
- Start date: Saturday 1 August 2026
- Duration: 1 year
- Hours: Monday – Thursday 7am -4pm. Friday 7am – 12pm. (39 hours a week)
About EVAC+CHAIR International
EVAC+CHAIR International is a leading UK manufacturer and global supplier of emergency evacuation equipment. With over 40 years of experience, the company designs, manufactures and distributes high-quality evacuation chairs and safety solutions used in hospitals, schools, offices, transport hubs and public buildings around the world. Committed to innovation, quality and employee development, EVAC+CHAIR provides a supportive environment where apprentices can gain valuable skills and build a rewarding career in engineering and manufacturing.
Contact
- Training Provider: TRAIN'D UP RAILWAY RESOURCING LIMITED
- Contact Name: Ruth Haworth
- Email: ruth.haworth@traindup.org
- Phone: 07786 274 766
- Reference Code: VAC2000040204
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