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Engineering Technician Apprentice

Arnold Engineering Plastics LTD · Moulton Park Industrial Estate · posted 6 July 2026

Wage
£16,016 a year
Hours
38.5 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Engineering technician (level 3)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
20 August 2026
Positions
2

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Manufacture one-off and small-batch subcontract components across a range of materials and disciplines
  • Undertake structured rotations throughout the factory, including Quality, Block-Up & Surfacing, CNC Milling, and Turning, to develop a broad skill set
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work area at all times

Teamwork & Communication:

  • Work closely with colleagues, providing assistance and carrying out assigned tasks as required
  • Liaise with the Cell Leader to identify task priorities, seeking clarification where necessary, and ensure high-priority work is
    completed first
  • Confirm all materials, tools, and information are available before starting a task, and promptly notify the Cell Leader of any shortages or issues

Quality, Safety & Compliance:

  • Demonstrate strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and safety in all tasks
  • Contribute to a safe working environment and adhere to all Health & Safety legislation and company procedures
  • Wear and correctly use all provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Your training

  • Engineering Technician Level 3
  • 1-day a week at college

Where it leads

To a full-time role after completing the apprenticeship.

About Arnold Engineering Plastics LTD

Arnold Engineering Plastics who manufacture plastic products, Arnold are capable of 5axis CNC machining of tooling and components in materials aluminium, tooling board, composite materials, Peek along with nylon and plastic machining, welding, fabrication and thermoforming, Arnold have diversified into vacuum forming and lamination it also has an element which do wide format printing and commercial vehicle wrapping. 

Skills they're looking for

Attention to detailTime managementStrong work ethicHealth & safety awarenessPractical

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • 2 REGAL CLOSE, KINGS PARK ROAD, MOULTON PARK INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NORTHAMPTON, NN3 6LL

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