Apprentice CNC Machinist

Description

Job description:

Progress Rail UK Limited are looking for an Apprentice CNC Machinist to complete a level 3 machining technician apprenticeship. The primary function of this role is to learn, train and develop into a CNC Machinist, to operate the CNC machines (milling and turning) and produce machined components to the production plan, in a safe and efficient manner, within the planned production time and to the required quality.

Role & responsibilities

• Load/unload to/from machine the work piece in the correct order and orientation in a safe and efficient manner
• Load the required NC program(s) prior to machining in accordance with the manufacturing instructions
• Load the required tools in the correct stations on the tool carousel in accordance with the set-up sheet, prior to machining
• Set all required machine parameters as per the set up sheet or manufacturing instructions
• After loading the workpiece into the machining area, to ensure the workpiece is accurately datumed prior to machining. This must be repeated if the workpiece is moved during the machining cycle
• Report any damage to cutters to the Supervisor/Tooling Engineer so that the appropriate action can be taken
• Store tooling in a secure and orderly manner
• Maximize tool life by carefully monitoring wear rates
• Operate the machine in a safe and responsible manner, monitoring machine and cutter performance at all times
• Develop a technique of ‘thinking for the machine’ in order to anticipate potential problems or malfunctions
• Programs are to be modified generally by the NC Programmer. Minor changes, which do not affect product geometry, may be undertaken by an operator, but the NC Programmer must be informed of the change. In the event of program changes the operator is responsible for saving the modified program and uploading it to the designated area for the attention of the NC Programmer
• Inspect products either on completion of machining or as a pre-machining or in process check as specified in the manufacturing instruction. This may involve the use of conventional measurement techniques using gauges or instruments and templates
• Conduct required machine parameter changes associated with the set up
• Test/dry run new or modified programs using appropriate machine functions and making required adjustments to machine and tool offsets to achieve the required size
• Use the SFDC system to record both direct and indirect works in line with the Company’s procedures
• Report possible or known errors in manufacturing instruction or other associated documentation to the Supervisor
• Always keep the machine (and associated rail handling equipment) and work area clean and tidy and keep walkways clear
• Adherence with safety, health, environmental and quality policies and procedures
• Promote and adhere to the ‘Values in Action’ Any other duties as deemed reasonable by management

Skills required:

• Computer literate
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good communications & organisation skills
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure to deadlines and targets 

Personal qualities the candidate must have:

• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively with others
• Being proactive and autonomous when required
• Willingness to learn
• Flexible and willing to work additional hours where reasonably required

Employer description:

Progress Rail UK has an established reputation for providing high-quality rail products and services. Our full offering includes the design, complex manufacturing, sub-assembly and the final build of Switches and Crossings and modular turnouts. We manufacture products for a range of Switches and Crossings and turnouts.

Things to consider:

During the first year you will be required to attend the University of Sheffield AMRC Training Centre in Sheffield, full time for an initial block of study. You will return to your workplace one Friday per month. After the initial block training you will attend the AMRC Training Centre for one day a week to undertake the knowledge study. The remaining four days will be spent in company learning on the job.

Please note the AMRC Training Centre reserves the right to close applications ahead of the published closing date.

Qualification Requirements:

Advanced Apprenticeships entry requirements

You will need both of the following:

• GCSE English language C or 4 or above
• GCSE Maths C or 4 or above.

Applicants are also required to successfully complete a series of assessments at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre, as well as an employer recruitment and selection process to secure a place on an apprenticeship programme.