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Apprentice CNC Machining Technician

Unibloc Hygienic Technologies UK, LTD · Hailsham · posted 8 July 2026

Wage
£18,720 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 9 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Machining technician (level 3)
Starts
7 September 2026
Closing date
17 August 2026
Positions
2

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Unibloc have successfully trained several apprentices through SIGTA programmes and are now recruiting an apprentice for CNC Turning, CNC Milling (vertical) & CNC Milling (Horizontal). In this varied apprenticeship you will learn to set programme and operate computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools to produce high-precision components.

Your main duties in this wide-ranging apprenticeship will be:

  • Setting CNC Machining centres to achieve first off approval.
  • Operation of CNC Machining centres.
  • Deburring of components using conventional machinery.
  • Metrology – component inspection.
  • Updating Planning sheets, job packs and tooling location.
  • Carry out production in accordance with all quality procedures and customers’ requirements.
  • Housekeeping of workstations areas.
  • Compliance with Unibloc Health & Safety procedures.

Where it leads

To become a fully trained and qualified Machining Technician with Unibloc.

About Unibloc Hygienic Technologies UK, LTD

Unibloc Hygienic Technologies is a private equity backed global manufacturer of hygienic pumps and fluid-handling equipment. Unibloc serve blue-chip customers in food & beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, and protein processing. From our headquarters in Kennesaw, Georgia, and facilities in the United Kingdom and Germany, we design, build, and support lobe, gear, air operated diaphragm pumps, and twin-screw pumps used in the world’s most demanding sanitary applications.

Things to consider

Applicants should be "hands-on", practical individuals with an interest in how things are made and how they work. Accuracy, consistency & attention to detail are important.

You need to be confident, self-motivated, be a keen team-player and enjoy a challenge. They are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic about learning and developing a successful career within Mechanical Engineering.

As with all apprenticeships, this requires a long-term commitment – there will be assignments and logbook entries to complete. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a top company, whilst you work towards nationally recognised qualifications.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam working

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English, Maths (grade 4/5 C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Science (grade 4/5 C and above) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Unit 4, Diplocks Way, Hailsham, BN27 3JF

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