Apprentice Machinist (Level 3 Engineering)
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Company: QUARRY MANUFACTURING & SUPPLIES LTD
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Location: LEICESTER, LE67 1TH
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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-2000029981
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Application Deadline Date: 06/06/2026
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Start Date: 01/07/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, 8.00am to 4:30pm. Daily Breaks: 30 minute unpaid lunch break and 2 x15 minutes paid tea breaks.
Brief Description
Join the team at QMS as an Apprentice Machinist in Summer 2026! Apprentices will work with various machine tools, different materials and both large & small components, learning the procedures and techniques by working with and observing experienced Machinists. Apprentices have on-the-job training and day release to Loughborough College.
Training to be Provided
- Attendance to Loughborough College one day per week, term time only.
- Visits in the workplace from dedicated Trainer/Assessor.
- On-the-job training.
- Off-the-job training.
Future Prospects
Upon achieving full proficiency in the setup and operation of various CNC machines, there is potential for long-term career progression. This may include roles such as supervisor, offline programmer, or CAD designer – subject to business needs and individual performance.
Vacancy Detail
You will be expected to become proficient in:
- Setting and operating CNC machine tools (in line with your capability/ progression).
- Training may also be provided on manual turning, dependant on business needs.
Working within the Machine Shop you will be required to:
- Read and understand engineering drawings.
- Use various hand and power tools.
- Become familiar with the use of a variety of measuring equipment, micrometers etc.
- De-burr/polish finished parts.
- Maintain the machine shop and machines as required.
- You will also work alongside / observe other engineering areas of the company including inspection and design (CAD) to broaden and underpin your general engineering knowledge.
Other Information
Please ensure you are able to travel to the workplace in Coalville and Loughborough College before applying.