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Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship

Level 3
Apprenticeship
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Course overview

Machining technicians in the Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (AME) sector, including Aerospace, Automotive, Maritime Defence, Nuclear, and Construction, produce complex, precision-machined products for machinery, domestic appliances, and medical equipment. They use various machines like lathes, milling machines, grinding machines, and CNC tools.

Their main role is to machine components from metal or specialist materials, interpret information, plan activities, set up and operate machines, and validate CNC programs. They inspect components, report issues, and support continuous improvement, typically in a manufacturing environment, sometimes working at height or in shifts.

Machining technicians interact with team members, stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and regulators, reporting to engineering or manufacturing leaders. They are responsible for the quality and accuracy of their work, working efficiently both individually and in teams, and complying with health, safety, and environmental regulations. They must use and maintain machinery, tools, and equipment safely and efficiently.

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