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Launch your engineering career with full training in CNC laser marking
Work on precision medical implants, learn specialist skills and build a rewarding career with an experienced team.
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
- Learn to programme and operate Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) laser-marking machines
- Set up components accurately, ensuring correct positioning and orientation before laser marking
- Select the correct laser programmes and machine settings for different materials and components
- Produce clear, accurate and permanent markings on precision medical implants to exact specifications
- Follow engineering drawings, work instructions and quality procedures to complete each job correctly
- Carry out visual quality checks to ensure markings meet the required standards
- Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment in line with health and safety procedures
- Work closely with experienced colleagues, receiving full training and mentoring while developing your engineering knowledge and practical skills
- Support continuous improvement by learning new processes and contributing positively to the team
Where you'll work
71 Jay Avenue
Teesside Industrial Estate
Stockton-On-Tees
TS17 9LZ
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
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Training provider
TRAIN'D UP RAILWAY RESOURCING LIMITED
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Training schedule
Training will primarily take place in the workplace at our Thornaby site, where you will receive hands-on experience and mentoring from experienced colleagues. You will also complete your apprenticeship through Traindup, with regular online training sessions, one-to-one support, progress reviews and off-the-job learning throughout the programme. The training schedule will be agreed before you start your apprenticeship.
More training information
Training will be delivered online by Traindup, allowing you to learn alongside your role without the need to travel to college. You'll receive regular support from a dedicated Skills Coach through scheduled online sessions, workplace reviews and progress meetings, ensuring you stay on track throughout your apprenticeship.
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade C/4 or above)
- Maths (grade C/4 or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
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Implants International Ltd is a long-established specialist manufacturer based in Thornaby, producing high-quality orthopaedic, trauma and spinal implants for the healthcare sector. The company combines advanced manufacturing techniques with a strong commitment to quality, precision and innovation. As a small, supportive team, they offer apprentices the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive excellent mentoring and develop the skills needed for a successful career in engineering and medical device manufacturing.
Company benefits
Full training, 28 days' holiday (including bank holidays), online apprenticeship training, a supportive team and the opportunity to build a career in specialist medical device manufacturing.
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail and a meticulous, thorough approach to their work. They should be willing to learn, have a positive attitude, and possess good eyesight (with or without corrective glasses). You will be mentored well and guided patiently throughout.
Contact
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
- TRAIN'D UP RAILWAY RESOURCING LIMITED
- Ruth Haworth
- ruth.haworth@traindup.org
- 07786 274 766
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000041036.
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