Apprentice Operator for position of Laser-marker

IMPLANTS INTERNATIONAL LTD

Stockton-On-Tees (TS17 9LZ)

Closes in 30 days (Friday 11 December 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 11 November 2026

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Summary

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.

• Wage:

  £15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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  Salary will be paid in line with the National Minimum Wage for apprentices.

• Training course: Engineering operative (level 2)
• Hours: Working days: Monday - Friday. Working hours: 37.5 hours per week. Shifts: Day shifts. Breaks: As per company policy.

  37 hours 30 minutes a week

• Start date:

  Saturday 12 December 2026

• Duration:

  1 year

• Positions available:

  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

• 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

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

TRAIN'D UP RAILWAY RESOURCING LIMITED

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

• Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, environmental compliance procedures and systems and other relevant guidelines
• Identify and deal appropriately with any risks, hazards, hazardous situations and problems that may occur within the engineering environment within the limits of their responsibility
• Demonstrate effective communication skills which include oral, written, electronic
• Complete appropriate documentation accurately, efficiently and legibly using the correct terminology where required
• Obtain and follow the correct documentation, specifications and work instructions in accordance with time constraints and the roles and responsibilities identified for the engineering activities, extracting the necessary data/information from specification and related documentation
• Select and use appropriate tools, equipment and materials to carry out the engineering operation
• Deal appropriately with any problems that may occur within the manufacturing environment within the limits of their responsibility
• Work efficiently and effectively at all times maintaining workplace organisation and minimising waste
• Carryout fault location on appropriate equipment using suitable maintenance diagnostic techniques
• Carryout maintenance activities in line with work instructions
• Carryout tests on the maintained equipment in accordance with test schedule/defined test procedures
• Follow appropriate completion activities and restore equipment to service by replacing or repairing components
• Plan the mechanical manufacturing operation before they start
• Mount and set the required workholding devices
• Produce individual components, sub-assemblies or completed assemblies using mechanical manufacturing techniques
• Carryout quality checks during and after mechanical manufacturing operations
• Wire and terminate different types of cabling e.g. single core, multi core, screened, fire resistant, armoured, etc.
• Assemble and test a range of electrical components e.g. component panels, isolator switches, fuses, circuit breakers, contactors, relays, rail mounted terminal blocks, etc.
• Assemble and test a range of electronic components e.g. resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, etc.
• Follow appropriate completion activities and restore equipment/system to service after the assembly and testing has been completed
• Shape the materials using the appropriate methods and techniques
• Join the materials using the appropriate methods and techniques
• Produce components which meet the specification requirements
• Carryout quality checks during and after the fabrication activities
• Plan the materials, processing or finishing operation before they start
• Prepare equipment, tooling, materials, etc. and complete set up activities before carrying out the materials, processing or finishing operation
• Carry out the material, processing or finishing operation in line with specific safe working practices and specification requirements
• Carryout quality checks during and after the materials, processing or finishing operation
• Plan the technical support operation before they start
• Prepare equipment, tooling, materials, etc. and complete set up activities before carrying out the technical support
• Carry out the technical support operation in line with specific safe working practices and specification requirements
• Carryout quality checks during and after the technical support operation

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.

Requirements

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

About this employer

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.

After this apprenticeship

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.

Ask a question

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 VAC2000063894.

Apply now

Closes in 30 days (Friday 11 December 2026 at 11:59pm)