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Job Opportunity: Machining Apprentice at Dunphy Combustion
Dunphy Combustion is looking for a Machining Apprentice to join its Rochdale headquarters. You will learn how to produce precision engineered components using machinery, developing skills in machine operation, tooling, inspection - working from engineering drawings while completing a Machining Technician apprenticeship.
Role Overview
Working alongside experienced engineers in Dunphy's machining department, the apprentice will develop the skills needed to manufacture high-quality precision components. Duties will include:
- Learning to set up and operate CNC machinery safely and efficiently.
- Developing experience on Mazak CNC lathes and Haas machining centres used within Dunphy's machining department.
- Learning how to set tooling, offsets, and fixtures.
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, setup sheets, and technical information.
- Producing precision components and learning to work to specified tolerances.
- Using measuring equipment including micrometres, verniers, and gauges to inspect completed work.
- Monitoring machining operations and identifying quality or production issues.
- Maintaining good housekeeping around machinery, tools, and work areas.
- Following health, safety, quality, and environmental procedures at all times.
- Working as part of the wider machining and manufacturing team and developing greater responsibility as skills and confidence grow.
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Apprenticeship Details
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Essential Qualifications:
- GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Initiative
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About Dunphy Combustion
Dunphy Combustion is a family-owned engineering and manufacturing company based in Rochdale. Established in 1964, the company designs, manufactures, installs, and maintains industrial combustion equipment, including industrial burners, digital burner control solutions, and packaged boiler plant rooms. Dunphy's Rochdale manufacturing complex includes production, research and development, testing, and engineering facilities. This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to develop precision machining skills within an established UK engineering manufacturer.
Career Progression
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. This apprenticeship provides a route into a skilled CNC machining career. On successful completion, there may be opportunities to progress into a CNC Machinist / Setter-Operator or other precision engineering roles within the business, subject to performance, business requirements, and vacancies.
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