CNC Trainer

CNC Trainer Location: North Kent Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Type: Permanent The Opportunity A growing precision engineering business in North Kent is looking for an experienced CNC Trainer to join its machine shop and play a key role in developing the next generation of skilled CNC operators. This is a hands-on position for an experienced CNC Setter Operator who enjoys sharing their knowledge and helping others develop. You will provide practical training across CNC turning, machine setting, programming principles, inspection and quality standards, with particular emphasis on Nakamura and Citizen CNC machines. You will work closely with production supervisors and managers to identify skills gaps, assess competency and ensure employees have the technical skills and knowledge required to operate safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. What You''ll Be DoingDeliver practical CNC training to apprentices, new starters and existing employeesProvide hands-on instruction in setting and operating CNC lathes, particularly Nakamura and Citizen machinesAssess competency through observation and practical assessmentsDevelop training plans, maintain training records and manage competency matricesSupport apprentices throughout their development and provide regular feedbackTrain operators in machining processes, tooling, cutting parameters and machine optimisationDevelop understanding of inspection equipment, quality standards and traceability ..... full job details .....