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Level 3 Machining Technician Apprentice
GATEWAY ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS LTD
Location: NANTWICH (CW5 6PQ)
Closing date: 22 days from now (Friday 30 October 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on: 7 September 2026
Summary
Are you curious about how things are made and looking for a practical career in engineering? Join our Ferrite Machine Shop as an Apprentice and gain hands-on experience in CNC Machining, precision manufacturing and quality inspection. You will develop valuable skills with the support of experienced engineers.
Wage: £15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices: Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Training
Course: Machining technician (level 3)
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 09.00 - 17.00. Friday, 09.00 - 16.30. 37 hours a week
Start date: Sunday 1 November 2026
Duration: 3 years 6 months
Positions available: 1
Course Contents
- Comply with statutory health and safety regulations and procedures.
- Comply with environmental, ethical and sustainability regulations and procedures: safe disposal of waste, re-cycling or re-use of materials and efficient use of resources.
- Prepare and set up conventional or CNC machines.
- Operate and adjust conventional or CNC machines.
- Apply risk assessment and hazard identification processes and procedures in the work area.
- Monitor, obtain and check stock and supplies, and complete stock returns.
- Record information - paper based or electronic.
- Read and interpret information.
- Apply engineering, mathematical and scientific principles.
- Plan and organise own work and resources.
- Follow and apply inspection, quality assurance procedures and processes.
- Select machining process.
- Select and setup tooling and work holding devices.
- Set and adjust machine operating parameters.
- Apply machining operations and techniques to produce complex components with features.
- Measure and check components.
- Select and check condition of tools and equipment.
- Identify issues, resolve and take action as needed.
- Identify and action issues in the manufacturing process.
- Apply fault-finding and diagnostic testing procedures to identify faults.
- Diagnose and resolve issues.
- Escalate issues.
- Maintain the work area and return any resources and consumables.
- Communicate with others verbally.
- Follow machine shut down, safe isolation, handover, start up or warm up procedures.
- Escalate issues.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Devise suggestions for improvement.
- Apply ethical principles.
- Apply team working principles.
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Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
- Learning to operate CNC milling machines (including setup and basic programming)
- Assisting in the machining of ferrite components to tight tolerances
- Supporting finishing processes to achieve high-quality surface finishes
- Using inspection equipment to check parts meet specifications
- Understanding engineering drawings and technical requirements
- Assisting with machine maintenance and workshop organisation
- Following health & safety procedures at all times
- Gradually taking on more responsibility as your skills develop
Where you'll work
INNOVATION HOUSE BEAM HEATH WAY NANTWICH CW5 6PQ
Requirements
Desirable qualifications:
- Level 2 Engineering Operative in: Engineering (grade Pass)
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The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills:
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements:
- Any exposure to engineering, machining or CAD/CAM is a bonus but not essential.
About this employer
Gateway Electronic Components is a leading specialist distributor of electronic components, helping customers find innovative solutions across a wide range of industries. As an apprentice, you will gain experience working alongside experienced professionals and receive support to develop your skills and knowledge. We also offer a friendly and collaborative working environment, excellent training opportunities and the chance to build a rewarding long-term career within a growing technology business.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab). You will gain full training in CNC machining and precision manufacturing and will then be able to take on more responsibility as your skills develop.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is: NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED jenny@nsegta.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000037275.
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Closes in 22 days (Friday 30 October 2026 at 11:59pm)
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