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Apprentice Machinist

Forged Solutions Group Limited · Matlock · posted 25 June 2026

Wage
£20,800 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Machining technician (level 3)
Starts
1 August 2026
Closing date
31 July 2026
Positions
1

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  • Work in a safe and responsible manner (for your own and other people’s safety)
  • Comply with statutory, quality, and organisational and health and safety regulations whilst carrying out manufacturing techniques
  • Conduct any pre-shift health and safety checks as specified; for example: FLT, Hoist Crane
  • Housekeeping (5s duties)
  • Be able to use and interpret engineering data and documentation such as engineering drawings, technical data and computer-generated programmes in order to determine what has to be produced and to what specification
  • Obtain, check and use the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality system documentation)
  • Obtain, check and use the appropriate materials, tools, equipment and consumables required
  • Expected to be able to set up, operate and adjust/edit equipment settings as applicable to the machine tool being used
  • When using the CNC equipment be expected to be able to produce, prove and/or edit programmes
  • During and on completion of the machining operations, you will be expected to measure and check the components being produced and make adjustments to the equipment/programme to ensure components meet the required specification
  • Understand the practical and theoretical uses of the machines used and their applications
  • Understand the work holding devices, cutting tools and setting up procedures in adequate depth to provide a sound basis for carrying out the activities, correcting faults and ensuring the work output is to the required specification
  • Be proactive in finding solutions to problems and identifying areas for improving the business

Your training

An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence. You will be expected to work towards the Machining Technician Level 3, with support from your employer and the Chesterfield College Group.

Where it leads

Full-time position with the company.

About Forged Solutions Group Limited

Forged Solutions Group provides high integrity forgings for the world's most demanding applications. From aerospace and energy production, to underground mining, off-highway vehicles and space launch programs we have forged solutions for advanced manufacturing industries for more than 100 years.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativeNon judgemental

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4/C) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4/C) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Forged Solutions Group Dale Road North, Darley Dale, Matlock, DE4 2JB

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