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Apprentice Milling CNC Operator/Setter

G&J (CNC) SERVICES LIMITED · UNIT 44, ELDON WAY, PADDOCK WOOD, TONBRIDGE, TN12 6BE

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Salary
£16,640 a year
Level
Advanced
Course
Machining technician (level 3)
Closing date
28 Aug 2026
Start date
1 Sept 2026
Duration
3 Years 6 Months
Hours per week
40 hours
Working week
40 hours per week Monday to Friday 08:00– 17:00 1 hour of unpaid breaks is included in that total number of hours
Positions
1

About the role

We are a friendly, supportive team recruiting a Level 3 Engineering Apprentice starting Sept 26. You'll receive full training in CNC machining, learning to manufacture precision components while gaining practical experience, attending college, and building a rewarding engineering career.

Skills required

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness
  • Reliable/excellent time keeper

Qualifications

  • GCSE · English Language · 4/C · Essential
  • GCSE · Mathematics · 4/C · Essential

Benefits

<ul> <li>This role is Monday to Friday</li> <li>There is onsite parking</li> <li>Uniform provided</li> <li>Company pension- scheme subject to eligibility</li> <li>Annual Performance Reviews</li> </ul>

Things to consider

<ul> <li>You will require a pair of steel toe cap boots or shoes to work on our shop floor</li> <li>We do not allow shorts to be worn in the factory at any time</li> <li>Hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves and all other PPE required for this role will be provided</li> <li>This is a manual role; there will be long periods of standing and a requirement for manual handling of small boxes of metal or plastic components</li> <li>This role can be repetitive, especially in the early learning stages, or when the machine is on a long running job</li> <li>As this is a manufacturing environment we do have a reasonably high level of risk. Risks come from operating the machines, sharp objects and swarf, airlines, lifting<br>boxes and moving parts, chemicals and sharp tooling</li> </ul>

About G&J (CNC) SERVICES LIMITED

Based in Paddock Wood, Kent, G&amp;J CNC Services has been delivering high-quality, precision engineered components since 1987, building a reputation for reliable, flexible and efficient manufacturing. We utilise our extensive range of modern CNC machines to produce both metallic and plastic components, from one-off prototypes to high-volume production runs. With the capability to manufacture up to 10,000 components per week, we continuously refine our processes to maximise efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness for every project. Our investment in state-of-the-art machining technology ensures that all components meet stringent quality standards, with a focus on accuracy, consistency and timely delivery. G&amp;J CNC Services Limited is part of the CTN Group of companies, founded in 2013. CTN Group consists of five<br>CNC engineering companies located in Tonbridge, Basingstoke, Cambridge, Southampton and Norwich. The group operates more than 100 CNC machines from leading machine tool manufacturers.

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Training provider

MID-KENT COLLEGE · Engineering and manufacturing · Level 3

Vacancy reference: 2000046665 · Posted 7 Aug 2026