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Apprentice Technical Operator

Opmobility · Swadlincote · posted 10 September 2026

Wage
£20,000 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 2 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
20 September 2026
Positions
1

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  • Supporting the technical teams depending on the area in either: paint mix room or setting team in injection or material handling area
  • Following H&S requirements
  • Preparation of materials, equipment
  • Eliminates small technical problems
  • May relieve fellow team members for their breaks
  • Ensures reuse of grinding stock
  • Reports any malfunction and defects or hazards to superior        forthwith
  • Change material supply according to the production plan
  • React to any material feed supply problems to ensure there is no production down time to material feed issues
  • The Raw material storage tent 5’s Standards are to be maintained by all material handlers

Your training

Training will be delivered by your employer and North Warwickshire & South Leicestershire College at the workplace at their Hams Hall site. Block release delivery Monday - Friday every 6 week learning cycles.

Where it leads

An opportunity to develop within the business and progress to a Level 3 Engineering Manufacturing apprenticeship.

About Opmobility

OPmobility is a family-led independent group that operates globally, with 152 production plants in 28 countries and 40 R&D centers. The Group has a sound financial structure and strong liquidity. Its diversified customer portfolio, industrial excellence and innovation strategy enable the Group to position itself as a major player in the automotive sector. In UK specialising in manufacturing of external parts for JLR.

Things to consider

The successful candidate will require a driving licence for getting to site. 

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4 or above) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4 or above) — essential
  • GCSE Science (grade 4 or above) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Westminster Industrial Estate Huntingdon Way Measham, Swadlincote, DE12 7DS

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