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Trainee CNC Machinist (College Leavers)

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£27,000 + Training + Progression + Company benefits
Chard

Are you someone with a BTEC, NVQ, HNC in Engineering or similar looking for a role where you'll be in the heart of British manufacturing creating parts for the Aerospace, Energy and automotive industries?

Do you want a role where you'll be trained by senior members of a team, one on one, to learn the ins-and-outs of machining specialist parts that keep critical industries moving forward?

In this role you will be taught the basics of CNC Operating, Setting and Programming to become a technical expert in the field of manufacturing. You'll be working on brand new machinery, in a large professional site that has recently received massive investment. There are also training courses that you'll be enrolled on to enable your technical development.

This company are at the heart of British manufacturing. Recently receiving massive external investment, they have over 50 machines at this site including 5 Axis Mills, Sliding Head Lathes and the latest machining centres. They are onto a bright future, with an ambition to triple turnover by 2030 they are looking to train the next generation of machinists.

This role would suit a college leaver with a BTEC, NVQ, HNC or similar in an Engineering/Machining/Manufacturing discipline looking for expert training in a highly reputable and growing business.

The Role:

Learn the fundamentals of CNC Operating, Setting, and Programming with full training provided
Work on brand new, state-of-the-art machinery within a modern, well-equipped manufacturing facility
Attend training courses to support your technical development and progression within the company
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pmThe Person:

College leaver
BTEC, NVQ, HNC or similar in an Engineering/Machining/Manufacturing disciplineReference Number: BBBH20295

CNC, Setter, Programmer, Junior CNC, Machinist, Manufacturing, Engineering, Production, Apprentice, Chard, Taunton, Yeovil

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website

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