Apprentice Engineering Operator
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Company: WAVE OPTICS LIMITED
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Location: OXFORD, OX14 4SR
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £20,000.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000017118
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Application Deadline Date: 31/07/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm
Brief Description
The Apprentice will learn to safely and efficiently operate various machinery and equipment in our manufacturing facility. This apprenticeship offers training and mentor-ship, preparing for a successful career as a skilled Operator in a high tech cleanroom environment.
Training to be Provided
Qualifications included:
- Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship Standard. Company Training Plan & Assessment.
- Level 2 Diploma in manufacturing - Knowledge & Skills (workplace)
- Level 1 Functional Skills - Maths (If required)
- Level 1 Functional Skills - English (If required)
- End Point Assessment at the end of the apprenticeship
Future Prospects
We’re looking for Apprentices who are eager to grow into future leaders. Augmented Reality is a new and rapidly emerging technology, making this an exciting time to enter the field.
You’ll have the opportunity to build a strong foundation of knowledge and accelerate your engineering career as the industry continues to expand.
Vacancy Detail
You will:
• Learn how to process material to the required production plan, quality standards and to the applied standard operating procedures.
• Learn and adhere to all safety regulations and company policies.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or production issues to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
• Participate in all required training and educational programs.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the manufacturing process.
Other Information
You will be working in a cleanroom facility, this is a highly controlled, enclosed environment designed to maintain extremely low levels of airborne contaminants like dust. Please do some research about cleanroom facilities as part of your application process.
• (If you have received educational qualifications outside of the UK then we will require a Statement of Comparability to confirm your eligibility for the scheme)
Minimum Qualifications:
- GCSE in Maths, English, Science, Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent): Maths, English and a Science/Technology subject (If you have received educational qualifications outside of the UK then we will require a Statement of Comparability to confirm your eligibility for the scheme)
- You must have the right to work in the UK and meet the eligibility criteria for UK government-funded apprenticeships, including residency requirements (normally 3 years’ ordinary residence in the UK, EEA or a relevant territory prior to the start of the programme
- You must not be enrolled on another UK government-funded education or training programme at the time of starting the apprenticeship.