Machining Apprentice

As a Machining Apprentice, you will be trained to become highly skilled in manufacturing complex, precision parts and components from specialist materials using various machines. 

An apprenticeship is all about learning new knowledge, skills and behaviours, therefore, to be considered for this role of a Machining Apprentice, you must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in Engineering and a willingness to learn.  

Your core responsibilities will include: 

Learning how to check materials before starting work   Becoming competent using technical information such as using drawings, and work packs  Setting up a range of workholding devices including chucks, colletts and vices  Learning to programme, set and operate CNC mills and lathes  Learning about different material for applications manufactured  Using a range of measuring equipment such as micrometres, verniers and a range of gauges  Becoming competent with health & safety awareness and general housekeeping in the workshop 

Training:

As a Machining Apprentice, you will be studying a Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship. Throughout your Apprenticeship with VRS Precision Engineering, you will be supported by your company mentor and your PETA Learning and Development Coach. 
You will attend PETA’s Havant training centre for off-the-job training, one day per week for 39 months of the apprenticeship.  
Overall duration 45 months. 

Training Outcome:

Over time, the role will develop to offer challenging new responsibilities to stretch your capabilities and understanding. Upon completion of your Apprenticeship programme, there is the potential to be offered a full-time position.

Employer Description:
At VRS Precision Engineering Ltd we manufacture precision machined components to customers’ specified designs for the Aerospace, Marine, Construction Industry and Medical Equipment Sectors but also for the Filtration, Defence, Medical, leisure, Oil and packaging industries. A quality driven company, VRS have followed a policy of continuous investment in a highly skilled workforce, and as our plant list shows, top quality machines.

Working Hours :
Mon - Thu 07:00 - 16:30; Fri 07.00 - 11.00

Skills:
Team working,Strong work ethic,Motivated,Can-do attitude,Good communication skills,Desire to learn,Passion for engineering,Good manual dexterity