Machining Apprentice

Dyer Engineering wants to create engineering futures in the Northeast, and we do this in several ways; long-term commercial contracts, investing in plant and machinery and investing in our people, especially our Apprentice Programme.

The apprenticeship programme is designed to give young people an opportunity to develop practical skills, create a strong internal talent pipeline and provide social mobility opportunities to our community. Offers hands-on training and theoretical knowledge to develop expertise in machining techniques.

 

Summary of the role: 

As an Apprentice CNC Machinist, you will work under the guidance and supervision of experienced machinists and learn the skills required to operate computer numerical control (CNC) machines. Your primary responsibility will be to set up, operate, and maintain CNC equipment to manufacture precision parts and components.

Apprentices are expected to; not get things right the first time, have a willingness to learn and ask questions when they are unsure. All Dyer Engineering people should always take a consultative and constructive approach to their interactions and be a positive role model by conducting themselves in a manner consistent with the Company’s Values and SST Behaviours. We hope that apprentices can recognise this behaviour and can copy it. It starts with being kind and helping the person next to you.

 

Duties, including but not limited to: 

Machine Setup and Operation

• Assist in setting up CNC machines, including loading raw materials, tool selection, and fixture installation.
• Learn to interpret technical drawings, and specifications to understand machining requirements.
• Operate CNC machines to perform cutting, drilling, turning, and milling operations as per specifications.
• Monitor machine operations, make adjustments as necessary, and ensure quality standards are met.

Tooling and Maintenance

• Assist in selecting appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, and other equipment required for machining operations.
• Learn to change and align tools, perform tool offsets, and maintain cutting tools for optimal performance.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as cleaning machines, checking lubrication levels, and replacing worn-out components. 

Quality Control and Inspection 

• Participate in quality control activities to ensure the accuracy and precision of machined parts.
• Learn to use precision measuring instruments, such as vernier callipers, micrometres, and gauges, to inspect finished products.
• Identify and report any deviations from specifications or quality issues to senior machinists or supervisors.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of production data, including machine settings, measurements, and job details.
• Assist in generating reports on production output, machine efficiency, and quality metrics.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to communicate progress, challenges, and suggestions for process improvement.

Core behaviours for this role are to 

• Be inquisitive
• Be proactive and motivated
• Be keen to learn and try new things
• Care about the person working next to you
• Care about what you are working on

Travel Expectations 

• Able to travel to work and college independently 

Health & Safety 

• Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and following machine safety guidelines.
• Comply with workplace policies, procedures, and regulations related to machining operations.
• Report any safety concerns or incidents to the appropriate personnel or through the digital system.

• Training

  • On going training to be provider by Dyer Engineering and New College Durham

• Skills Required

  Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Logical, Initiative

• Employer Description

  Based in County Durham, UK, we have wide experience in a wide range of industries including rail, automotive, defence, oil & gas, offshore, renewables and mining. We are very experienced in dealing with our diverse blue-chip international customer base and supporting the extensive requirements demanded of their markets and sectors. We supply both our local market and export across the world.

  We have experience of performing design related activities including proof of concepts, prototypes, stress analysis and CE Marking. We manage over 98% of our work in-house within our modern production facilities (100,000 sqft) and our processes include profiling, a full range of welding and fabrication facilities, large bed-multi-axis CNC machining, shot-blasting, painting and powder coating as well as mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic assembly services.

17/02/2025

• On going training to be provider by Dyer Engineering and New College Durham

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Logical, Initiative County Durham DH9 7RU Dyer Engineering, Morrison Industrial Estate North County Durham Dyer Engineering Ltd