Setting Apprentice
C BRANDAUER AND CO LTD
BIRMINGHAM (B19 2YU)
Closes on Saturday 20 June 2026
Posted on 19 May 2026
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Summary
C Brandauer & Co Ltd is looking for a Setting Apprentice to join the team. You’ll learn to safely set up press tools and machinery to produce quality parts on time. You’ll also help improve setup times, solve issues, and report tooling problems while gaining hands-on manufacturing experience.
- Wage
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£15,808 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Engineering operative (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday - Thursday, 7.30am - 4.15pm and Friday, 7.30am - 12.30pm
38 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
The job role will include:
- Setting and change-over of a variety of press tools on a number of differing presses
- Working to company recognised standards of performance (SOP’s)
- Responsible for Health and Safety procedures whilst setting and machine in operation
- Booking accurate production data through the computer system Navision
- Machine minding when an operator is not available
- Material handling – loading and unloading of metal coils
- Manual handling of heavy and expensive tooling utilising hydraulic equipment
- Updating of development files
- Ensuring relevant technical documentation is up to date
- Seeking to continually improve setting processes
- Actively involved in the problem solving process
Where you'll work
235 BRIDGE STREET WEST
BIRMINGHAM
B19 2YU
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
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Training schedule
- This is a Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship, Mechanical pathway, delivered over a period of 15 months
- The apprentice will attend the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Aldridge, WS9 8UG, 1 day per week for the first year, and the company for the rest of the time accompanied by assessor visits
- 1 day per week at In-Comm Academy either in Telford or Aldridge
- You will be working towards a Level 2 Engineering qualification/ standard
- Engineering Operative are involved in Engineering operations which are key to the success of the business
- You will attend the training centre at In-Comm Telford where you will be given hands on training in hand tools, milling and laths.
- You will be trained to understand and follow job instructions and engineering drawings
- You will be given Health and Safety training and understand the regulations relating to engineering operations
- You will be given training to understand and follow engineering practices, processes and procedures
- You will look at engineering problems and how they can be avoided
- You will be given a full induction at the start of your Apprenticeship which will include IOSH working safely, abrasive wheels and manual handling
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Interest in Engineering
- Willingness to learn
- Reliable
- Proactive
Other requirements
This role would suit someone who is:
- Keen to learn and develop a long-term career
- Willing to start from the ground up and build their knowledge over time
- Reliable, proactive, and takes pride in their work
- Open to learning new skills and adapting to new technologies
- Physically fit to undertake the role as required
About this employer
C Brandauer & Co Ltd are based in central Birmingham where they design, develop and manufacture precision progression press tools and precision pressed components for the Aerospace, IT, DIY, Electronic, White goods, New Technology Energy, Model Trains, Medical and Automotive sectors. Brandauer is one of the largest contract presswork and stamping companies in Europe, manufacturing precision metal components for customers all around the world. This innovative company offers the complete range of services required for the supply of pressed metal components, from prototyping, design and in-house tool production (or a specialist tool transfer service), through to high-quality manufacturing and logistics. Brandauer was founded over 150 years ago, and it has evolved into a world-class engineering company, specialising in the manufacture of complex pressed components in a variety of difficult materials i.e., beryllium copper, brass, aluminium, various stainless steels, titanium etc. Brandauer pride themselves on having the ability to turn difficult or challenging requirements into positive manufacturing outcomes, both by the manufacture of precision pressed components and the tooling required by themselves, or their customers, to achieve this. Their technical excellence, customer service and product value are the reason for their continued success in their specific area of expertise.
http://www.brandauer.co.uk (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- Training and career growth
- Modern tech experience
- Supportive mentoring team
- Central location with transport links
- Death in service benefit
- Long-term career prospects
After this apprenticeship
- Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be an opportunity for a full-time position within the company
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Keira Stead
keiras@in-comm.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000031891.
Apply now
Closes on Saturday 20 June 2026