26-0019 Apprentice CNC Machinist
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Company: Niftylift Ltd
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Location: Barnsley, S74 9TF
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,640.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000013493
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Application Deadline Date: 31/07/2026
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Start Date: 08/09/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.
Brief Description
The candidate will operate CNC Machining centres to achieve required quality and at the required output. They will provide feedback and ideas for improving the process and identifying & reporting reasons for any delays, failure to achieve efficiency targets and quality concerns.
Training to be Provided
You will study on a Level 3 Machining Technician apprenticeship.
On completion of this, you will gain a qualification in Engineering at Level 3 Standard.
During the first year of the apprenticeship, your learning will take place at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre based at Catcliffe, Rotherham, for an initial block of study on a full-time basis. After this, you will attend the Training Centre for one day a week for knowledge study.
Future Prospects
- Completion of the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre apprenticeships are nationally recognised qualifications which are acknowledged and respected by employers across the world
- These can open the door to many more opportunities, such as Engineering Management and Project Engineering positions across a range of sectors worldwide
Vacancy Detail
Role & responsibilities:
- Operate horizontal twin pallet machining centres to machine large fabrications
- Make necessary adjustments to the Machining parameters/ off sets etc. as with any repeat production requirements (not programme changes)
- Make tool changes where required, using tool setting equipment and selection of correct cutting tips and adjustments
- Ability to use gauges and measuring equipment for inspection purposes
- Carry out process operations in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, Quality in process inspection and Pre-delivery Inspection
- Complete administration required for updating production control systems for job completion and inventory accuracy
- Report all machining defects through our internal Concern Note process, to enable containment, correction and the review of root causes to implement preventative action
- Carry out daily, weekly and monthly Operator Planned Maintenance Tasks
- Ensure 5S standards are maintained daily and continuously improved in line with monthly audit actions
- Be a committed team player with emphasis on flexibility, productivity and be focused continuous improvement
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation, this may include training and mentoring colleagues.