Apprentice CNC Machinist

About Us:

Pentaxia is one of the leading composite companies in the UK. A family-owned business with an excellent reputation, we work with a wide range of customers in sectors including aerospace, motorsport and luxury automotive. We have been in business for over 14 years and continue to adapt to our customer’s needs, investing in research & development to ensure we remain at the forefront of this rapidly growing market.

As our orderbook continues to grow so must our workforce and we are looking to recruit individuals with the right attitude, focus and enthusiasm to join our team.

About the role:

Working within our CNC Machining department, alongside a team of around 15 other members and reporting into the Machining Supervisor, you will be involved in machining metallics, composites and patterns made from tooling board.

Whilst undergoing your apprenticeship, you will learn all areas of CNC machining including Blocking up, Setting, Operating and Hand Finishing. Programming the machines will also be part of the course.

The successful applicant can look forward to the possibility of a full-time position, post-apprenticeship. Further training and job specific development are also a possibility.

About You:

  • Good communication skills
  • Good organisational skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Logical
  • Innovative
  • Team player
  • Patient
  • A real interest in engineering

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering entry requirements:

Prior achievement of the following GCSEs and grades is necessary:

  • English 4/C
  • Maths 4/C

Standard Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Monday – Thursday 7.30am – 4pm

Friday 7.30am – 12.30pm

Variations to these hours and overtime may be asked of you dependent on production needs.

Package:

  • On-site parking
  • Large & newly refurbished facilities
  • Access to Bike to Work Scheme & Wellness Programmes
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Early Friday finish
  • 25 days holiday per year plus statutory bank holidays
  • Overtime paid at competitive rate for weekdays & weekend
  • Working with passionate, friendly, and fun people!

We are flexible with start date, depending on the right candidate.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Salary: £5.15 per hour

Organisation: 
Pentaxia Ltd