Engineering Operative Apprentice

LASER PROCESS LTD

CANNOCK (WS12 2GE)

Closes in 22 days (Sunday 14 September 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 20 August 2025

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Summary

A great opportunity to combine academic study with on-the-job learning and experience to start a career as a Quality Technician in the Manufacturing Industry. The role covers a wide range of Engineering activities for a well-rounded learning experience that could lead to numerous career paths and opportunities for the right candidate.

• Wage:

  £14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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• Training course: Engineering operative (level 2)
• Hours: 7.30 – 16.00 Monday – Thursday, 7.30 – 13.00 Friday.

  37 hours 30 minutes a week

• Start date:

  Monday 15 September 2025

• Duration:

  2 years

• 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

• Perform inspections/ quality checks on manufactured components and raw materials
• Ensure non-conformances of work products, processes, and project activities are identified, recorded, and communicated to interested parties - tracked, resolved, and further prevented (Root cause analysis/ 8D investigation)
• Monitor and analyse quality performance metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement efforts
• Support in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and lead Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities
• Support in developing QHSE policies, procedures, and programs to promote a safe and healthy work environment
• Conduct internal audits and inspections to identify potential hazards, risks, and areas for improvement
• Participate in supplier audits and assist with corrective action
• Manage and challenge customer scorecards
• Review all quality debit notes in a timely fashion
• Collaborate closely with engineers, fabricators, customers and suppliers to understand quality requirements and improve processes
• Maintain and prepare production documentation including standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Taking part and assisting in pre-production reviews
• Assisting the General and Engineering Managers in preparation for external accreditation audits (ISO9001 and ISO14001)

After fulfilling quality and compliance duties, the candidate will be expected to assist the Engineering Department with any other reasonable duties which may include learning CAD (Computer Aided Design) Software and Nesting/ Programming for the Lasers.

The individual with report to the Engineering Manager. Training will be provided in all areas to develop a multi-skilled individual.

Where you'll work

UPPER KEYS
KEYS PARK
CANNOCK
WS12 2GE

Training

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

Training provider

P.T.P. TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

The successful candidate must attend PTP Training's Walsall Centre once a week.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4/C and above)
• Maths (grade 4/C and 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
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Initiative

Other requirements

• Basic Technical Skills Desirable (Understanding of Measurement Tools, Equipment and Software that is Used in Industry) • Familiarity with MS Office Suit (Excel, Word and Outlook) • Computer Literacy (Confidence to Learn new Software) • Good Communication Skills (Verbal and Written) • Health & Safety Awareness Desirable (Understands and Applies Basic Practice – PPE etc.) • Time Management (Prioritises Tasks Effectively, Manages Workload, Productive) • Organisation (Keeps Track of Tasks and Appointments, Accurately Logs Work) • Numeracy and Literacy (Understand Basic Measurements, Data, Calculations, Formula and the Ability to Read and Interpret Documents, Manuals etc.) • Problem-Solving Ability (Thinks Logically to Overcome Challenges, Asks the Right Questions/ Seeks Help Where Appropriate)

About this employer

Laser Process is part of Sirius Manufacturing Group (SMG) - operating six state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities across the UK. We provide comprehensive manufacturing support from Research and Development (R&D) through to final production. Based in the Midlands for over 30 years, Laser Process is ideally situated to provide a nationwide service. With a highly experienced team, the company has built its reputation on providing a reliable, friendly service. Since 1990 Laser Process has been a leader when it comes to the adoption of new technology. We are committed to investing in the latest cutting technology. Our skilled team use set of the art high speed laser cutting systems plus CNC pressbrake bending equipment. This coupled with fabrication, assembly and finishing we can be a 'one-stop-shop' for one offs or full production quantities.

https://laserprocess.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Early Finish on Fridays, 33 Days Annual Leave Per Year (Including Bank Holidays), 5 Days Sick Pay (After 2 Years Service), Free On-Site Parking, Christmas Shutdown

After this apprenticeship

Possible future prospects: Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Quality Control (QC) Inspector, Manufacturing Engineer, CAD Technician, CAD/CAM Laser Programmer.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

P.T.P. TRAINING LIMITED

Please contact PTP Training

ptprecruits@ptp-training.co.uk

01922651100

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000338044.

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Closes in 22 days (Sunday 14 September 2025 at 11:59pm)

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