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Trainee CNC Programmer (Aerospace/Defence)

Job Description - Trainee CNC Programmer (Aerospace/Defence)

Trainee CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator (Aerospace/Defence)

Essex

Up to £25 per hour + Training + Overtime + Company Bonus + Progression + Pension

Are you a Trainee CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator or similar looking to build a long-term career within an established precision engineering company who supply into the aerospace and defence sectors?

Do you want to join an engineering company who manufacture high-precision components for the aerospace and defence sectors, offering hands on mentoring from senior staff, external manufacturer training on CNC programming, and providing career progression into engineering or supervisor roles?

On offer, is the opportunity for a Trainee CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator or similar to join a successful engineering company who manufacture high-precision components across a variety of engineering industries. With a strong reputation and high employee retention, the company is looking to add a new Trainee CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator or similar to their team to boost their long term growth.

In this role, the successful Trainee CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator will be responsible for operating, setting, and eventually programming CNC machinery. The successful candidate will be working alongside senior engineers, ensuring that they are fully adapted to the different workspace environment, whilst also offering training and shadowing if necessary.

The ideal Trainee CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator or similar will possess a Level 3 Engineering qualification, with an eagerness to learn and develop their career.

The Role:

CNC Programming/Setting/Operating
Hands on Training
High-Precision ManufacturingThe Person:

Possesses L3 Engineering Qualification
Eager to Learn and Develop Their Career
No Prior Experience Required

Reference: BBBH26557

Keywords: Trainee CNC Machinist, Precision Machinist, CNC Programmer, Fanuc, Aerospace, MoD, Defence, Essex, South East England, Machining and Setting, High-Precision Component Manufacturing, Technical Drawing, Hands-on Mentoring, Career Progression, Overtime, Level 3 Engineering

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.

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