Quality Engineering Apprentice
Yorkshire Precision Engineering LTD · Keighley · posted 30 July 2026
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You will learn how to use various different metrology equipment and inspection techniques along the way. This is a hands-on role that allows the apprentice technician to see all different aspects of machining and at the end of the apprenticeship, will be a fully trained quality Inspector.
Responsibilities are :
- First off & last off checks
- Patrol inspections
- Inspecting batches of components
- Occasionally documenting reports (something to grow into)
- Programming CMM & Keyence (something to grow into)
- Liaising with machinists to ensure Part compliance
- Visual inspection of deburring
- Ensuring SOPs for products are completed
Your training
Metrology Technician - Apprenticeship Standard.
Year 1, 2 & 3 - 1 day a week at Appris Training Centre, Bradford: EAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Machining.
Year 1 to Year 4 - Workplace qualification: EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering - Technical Support Technician (Quality & Inspection).
Where it leads
Potential for further YP-supported learning – HNC, etc.
About Yorkshire Precision Engineering LTD
Yorkshire Precision Engineering Ltd (YPEL) are specialists in the production of CNC mill/turned components, operating advanced multi-axis sliding head and fixed head lathes to deliver complex, high-precision parts. With a strong focus on “one-hit” machining, we are able to produce components with exceptional accuracy, efficiency and consistency, reducing lead times and ensuring cost-effectiveness for our customers.
Things to consider
Please ensure you can commute to the employer site in Keighley and the training provider in Bradford as part of this apprenticeship.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade Grade 4 (or equivalent)) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade Grade 4 (or equivalent)) — essential
- GCSE Science (grade Grade 4 (or equivalent)) — essential
Where you'll work
- DALTON WORKS, DEAL STREET, KEIGHLEY, BD21 4LA