CNC Machine Shop Apprentice

As a CNC Engineering Apprentice at Jonic Engineering, you will develop the knowledge and technical skills required to support the manufacture of precision hydraulic cylinder components. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will gain experience in CNC programming, engineering processes and quality assurance within a modern manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• GCSE in:
  • English (grade 4/C or above)
  • Science (grade 4/C or above)
  • Maths (grade 5/B or above)
  • Any Subject (grade 4/C)
• Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
• You will be required to travel between the employer's site in Yardley and James Watt College in Great Barr, Birmingham. Before applying, please ensure you have researched the travel arrangements and can reliably commute to both locations.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to programme CNC machines using Fanuc control systems

• Support the operation and optimisation of both long bed and short bed CNC machines

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and production documentation

• Develop an understanding of CNC programming principles, tooling, cutting data and manufacturing processes

• Use precision measuring equipment, including verniers, micrometres and gauges, to inspect components and verify they meet specifications

• Assist with programme adjustments and process improvements to enhance quality and production efficiency

• Support engineers with troubleshooting production and programming issues

• Ensure components meet customer quality standards and engineering tolerances

• Maintain accurate production and quality records where required

• Follow company quality procedures, engineering standards and health and safety requirements at all times

• Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to support the manufacture of high-quality hydraulic cylinders

• Continue developing technical knowledge through workplace experience and apprenticeship training

• Study to become an Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)

• Course contents include:

  • Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
  • Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
  • Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
  • Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
  • Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
  • Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
  • Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
  • Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
  • Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
  • Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
  • Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
  • Follow standard operating procedures.
  • Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
  • Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
  • Apply continuous improvement techniques.
  • Apply team working principles.
  • Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
  • Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
  • Carry out and record learning and development activities.
  • Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.