Rayburn: Precision Engineering in plastics and metals
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đ Engineering Apprenticeships at Rayburn Plastics
Three Apprenticeship Positions Available
Are you interested in engineering, CNC machining, automation, and advanced manufacturing?
Do you want to learn a real trade, work with modern CNC machinery, and build a career in engineering?
Rayburn Plastics is looking for three enthusiastic apprentices to join our growing engineering team.
This is an opportunity to learn from experienced engineers while gaining hands-on experience in a real manufacturing environment.
đ§ What Youâll Learn
As an apprentice at Rayburn, youâll get practical experience across areas including:
- CNC machining and manufacturing
- CAD/CAM and engineering drawings
- Setting and operating CNC machinery
- CNC turning and milling
- 3-, 4- and 5-axis machining
- Inspection and precision measurement
- Tooling and workholding
- Robotics and automation
- Problem solving and continuous improvement
- Production planning and manufacturing processes
Youâll spend time both learning the theory and putting it into practice on the shop floor.
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At Rayburn, you wonât just be watching from the sidelines.
Youâll have the opportunity to work with modern manufacturing equipment and contribute to real customer projects.
Weâre investing in CNC machining, automation, and new manufacturing technology, creating an environment where apprentices can develop skills that will remain valuable throughout their careers.
Weâre looking for people who want to understand how things are made, enjoy solving problems, and take pride in producing something to a high standard.
đ¤ Who Weâre Looking For
You donât need years of experience.
Weâre looking for people who are:
- Interested in engineering and manufacturing
- Practical and willing to get stuck in
- Curious and keen to learn
- Reliable and hardworking
- Comfortable working as part of a team
- Interested in technology and machinery
- Proud of producing high-quality work
Whether youâve always wanted to become an engineer or youâve recently discovered an interest in manufacturing, weâd like to hear from you.
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Youâll work towards a recognised engineering qualification while gaining valuable workplace experience.


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Youâll learn from experienced engineers at Rayburn while developing the practical skills needed to become a fully qualified engineer.
There is also the opportunity to progress within the company as your skills and experience develop.
đ Your Future
Weâre not looking for apprentices just to fill positions.
Weâre looking to develop the next generation of engineers at Rayburn.
For the right people, an apprenticeship can be the beginning of a long-term career with the company, with opportunities to progress into areas such as:
CNC Programming â Advanced Manufacturing â Automation â Engineering â Production Management
đ Join Rayburn
Weâre recruiting three engineering apprentices for our next intake.
If youâre looking for an apprenticeship where you can learn, build, operate machinery, solve problems, and develop into a skilled engineer, weâd love to hear from you.
Interested?
Send your CV and a short introduction telling us why youâd like to become an engineer.
Apply now and start building your engineering career with Rayburn Plastics.
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