Machining Technician Apprentice
Summary
Dunphy Combustion is looking for a CNC Machining Apprentice to join its machining department at its Rochdale headquarters. You will learn how to produce precision engineered components using CNC machinery, developing practical skills in machine operation, tooling, inspection and working from engineering drawings while completing a Level 3 Machining Technician apprenticeship.
Annual wage
£8.00 per hour - current National Minimum Wage apprentice rate (from 1 April 2026).
Training course
Level 3 Machining Technician
Hours
Monday to Thursday: 7:45am-4:30pm
Friday: 7:45am-3:30pm
Published Dunphy opening hours. Exact contracted hours, breaks and apprenticeship training arrangements to be confirmed by the employer.
Duration
42 Months
Positions available
To be confirmed
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
Working alongside experienced engineers in Dunphy's machining department, the apprentice will develop the skills needed to manufacture high-quality precision components. Duties will include:
• Learning to set up and operate CNC machinery safely and efficiently.
• Developing experience on Mazak CNC lathes and Haas machining centres used within Dunphy's machining department.
• Learning how to set tooling, offsets and fixtures.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, setup sheets and technical information.
• Producing precision components and learning to work to specified tolerances.
• Using measuring equipment including micrometres, verniers and gauges to inspect completed work.
• Monitoring machining operations and identifying quality or production issues.
• Maintaining good housekeeping around machinery, tools and work areas.
• Following health, safety, quality and environmental procedures at all times.
• Working as part of the wider machining and manufacturing team and developing greater responsibility as skills and confidence grow.
Where you’ll work
Dunphy Combustion
Queensway, Rochdale, OL11 2SL
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Your training course
Machining Technician Level 3
Your training plan
The successful candidate will complete the Machining Technician Level 3 apprenticeship with Rochdale Training. Training will combine workplace learning at Dunphy Combustion with structured off-the-job training. The apprenticeship develops knowledge and practical competence in machining, including CNC machine tools, engineering drawings and technical data, machine setup and operation, inspection, quality, health and safety and precision component manufacture. Mandatory qualifications and end-point assessment requirements will be completed in line with the apprenticeship standard.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
- GCSE Maths, English & Science (Grade 4 and above) essential
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have.
Skills
• Interest in CNC machining and precision engineering
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Practical problem solving
• Ability to interpret information and follow procedures
• Organisation and time management
• Teamwork and communication
Other requirements
• Reliable and punctual
• Motivated to learn
• Safety conscious
• Positive attitude
• Patient and methodical
• Takes pride in producing high-quality work
• Able to work independently as skills develop and contribute to a team
About this company
Dunphy Combustion is a family-owned engineering and manufacturing company based in Rochdale. Established in 1964, the company designs, manufactures, installs and maintains industrial combustion equipment, including industrial burners, digital burner control solutions and packaged boiler plant rooms. Dunphy's Rochdale manufacturing complex includes production, research and development, testing and engineering facilities. This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to develop precision machining skills within an established UK engineering manufacturer.
After this apprenticeship
This apprenticeship provides a route into a skilled CNC machining career. On successful completion, there may be opportunities to progress into a CNC Machinist / Setter-Operator or other precision engineering roles within the business, subject to performance, business requirements and vacancies.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
Nathan Finn
nfinn@rochdaletraining.co.uk
01706 631 417
