Machinist Engineering Apprentice

PRECISION MOULD AND TOOLS SERVICES LTD.

Buckinghamshire (HP22 5BL)

Closes in 17 days (Tuesday 14 October 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 26 September 2025

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Summary

Kickstart your career as a Machinist Engineering Apprentice! Learn core engineering skills and operate advanced CNC machines to ultra-tight tolerances, working alongside expert precision engineers in a cutting-edge manufacturing environment.

• Wage:

  £16,000 a year

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  The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

• Training course: Machining technician (level 3)
• Hours: Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed

  40 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 12 January 2026

• Duration:

  3 years 6 months

• Positions available:

  2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Start your career in high-tech manufacturing with a company at the cutting edge of precision plastic injection moulding.

We work closely with the medical industry, producing components that meet incredibly tight tolerances and exacting standards - all using the latest technology. As an apprentice, you’ll be part of a skilled and supportive team, learning hands-on and gaining valuable qualifications while working with advanced machinery and software.

What You’ll Learn and Work On:

• CNC Multi-axis Milling using CAD/CAM software
• CNC Wire & Spark Erosion techniques
• Manual Surface & Cylindrical Grinding
• Laser Engraving & Welding
• 3D Modelling & Engineering Drawing Interpretation

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a strong foundation in engineering, programming, and design, all while contributing to medical innovations.

Where you'll work

Triangle Business Park
Aylesbury
Aylesbury
Buckinghamshire
HP22 5BL

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

Training course

Machining technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

• Comply with statutory health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Comply with environmental, ethical and sustainability regulations and procedures: safe disposal of waste, re-cycling or re-use of materials and efficient use of resources.
• Prepare and set up conventional or CNC machines.
• Operate and adjust conventional or CNC machines.
• Apply risk assessment and hazard identification processes and procedures in the work area.
• Monitor, obtain and check stock and supplies, and complete stock returns.
• Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
• Read and interpret information. For example, data and documentation used to produce machined components.
• Apply engineering, mathematical and scientific principles.
• Plan and organise own work and resources.
• Follow and apply inspection, quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Select machining process.
• Select and setup tooling and work holding devices.
• Set and adjust machine operating parameters. For example, setting feeds and speeds for roughing and finishing operations, loading, proving and validating programs when using a CNC machine tool.
• Apply machining operations and techniques to produce complex components with features. For example, parallel; stepped; angular diameters and faces; grooves; slots; recesses and undercuts; radii and chamfers; internal and external forms and profiles; reamed; bored; drilled and electro eroded holes; internal and external screw threads.
• Measure and check components.
• Select and check condition of tools and equipment. Identify issues, resolve and take action as needed.
• Identify and action issues in the manufacturing process.
• Apply fault-finding and diagnostic testing procedures to identify faults. Diagnose and resolve issues. Escalate issues.
• Maintain the work area and return any resources and consumables.
• Communicate with others verbally. For example, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Follow machine shut down, safe isolation, handover, start up or warm up procedures. Escalate issues.
• Apply continuous improvement techniques. Devise suggestions for improvement.
• Apply ethical principles.
• Apply team working principles.
• Comply with statutory health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Comply with environmental, ethical and sustainability regulations and procedures: safe disposal of waste, re-cycling or re-use of materials and efficient use of resources.
• Prepare and set up conventional or CNC machines.
• Operate and adjust conventional or CNC machines.
• Apply risk assessment and hazard identification processes and procedures in the work area.
• Monitor, obtain and check stock and supplies, and complete stock returns.
• Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
• Read and interpret information. For example, data and documentation used to produce machined components.
• Apply engineering, mathematical and scientific principles.
• Plan and organise own work and resources.
• Follow and apply inspection, quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Select machining process.
• Select and setup tooling and work holding devices.
• Set and adjust machine operating parameters. For example, setting feeds and speeds for roughing and finishing operations, loading, proving and validating programs when using a CNC machine tool.
• Apply machining operations and techniques to produce complex components with features. For example, parallel; stepped; angular diameters and faces; grooves; slots; recesses and undercuts; radii and chamfers; internal and external forms and profiles; reamed; bored; drilled and electro eroded holes; internal and external screw threads.
• Measure and check components.
• Select and check condition of tools and equipment. Identify issues, resolve and take action as needed.
• Identify and action issues in the manufacturing process.
• Apply fault-finding and diagnostic testing procedures to identify faults. Diagnose and resolve issues. Escalate issues.
• Maintain the work area and return any resources and consumables.
• Communicate with others verbally. For example, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Follow machine shut down, safe isolation, handover, start up or warm up procedures. Escalate issues.
• Apply continuous improvement techniques. Devise suggestions for improvement.
• Apply ethical principles.
• Apply team working principles.

Training schedule

Machining Technician Level 3 with Milton Keynes College - Chaffron Way campus

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• Maths (grade 9-4)
• English (grade 9-4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• communication
• teamwork
• keen on Engineering
• interest in technology

Other requirements

The role is in engineering so you will need to wear PPE and ahdere to H&S rules. Consider location and transport before applying.

About this employer

An established company in Aylesbury for over 30 years, and also in Sri Lanka for over 15 years. We are highly regarded within the industry for our high precision, quality injection mould tools, manufactured predominantly for the medical industry, but also electronic and automotive sectors. We are passionate about engineering and re-invest in both people and technology which is reflected in our facilities and products.

After this apprenticeship

• Once you successfully complete your apprenticeship, you’ll be offered a full-time position with us, specialising in precision toolmaking
• For the right candidate, there’s also the potential to progress into tool design, where you’ll apply your hands-on experience and technical knowledge to create innovative solutions for the medical industry
• This is more than just a job, it’s a long-term opportunity to grow, develop, and become a key part of a company that values craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous learning

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000344085.

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Closes in 17 days (Tuesday 14 October 2025 at 11:59pm)

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