Apprentice Product Technician

Inovus Ltd; St Helens; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading medical technology manufacturer as an Apprentice Product Technician. This full-time role offers a clear career progression path while you learn all manufacturing processes for their innovative product range. You will work closely with experienced professionals in a supportive environment, gaining hands-on experience and contributing to impactful medical training technologies. Ideal for motivated individuals seeking a purposeful career in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Eager to learn and expand skills in manufacturing.
• Experience with electrical components is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Processing acrylic plastics and producing sub-assemblies.
• Assembling mechanical and electronic components for products.
• Working within a 6S Lean Manufacturing environment.

Skills

Motivation

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Education

Five GCSEs A*-C

Tools

3D Printing

Laser Cutters

Job description

Begin your manufacturing career by joining our successful apprentice programme, learning all elements of medical equipment manufacturing and supply chain management over two years while studying for an NVQ in lean manufacturing, supported by our long-time partners Saint Helens Chamber of Commerce.

This is a rare opportunity to join an innovative, multi-award-winning manufacturer and global supplier of surgical training technologies. Inovus Medical produces high-quality training products that deliver clinical and commercial benefits to hospitals, the medical device industry, and universities.

By improving access to affordable and highly functional surgical training technology, Inovus Medical enhances the training of surgeons and healthcare professionals worldwide, leading to better patient outcomes and fewer complications.

• Working from the company’s global headquarters in St Helens, this role is ideal for technicians and operative professionals located in the North West.
• Full-time, permanent position.

Operations Team

You will join a team supported by the company’s Operations & Finance Director, alongside an experienced Operations Coordinator and an innovative Product Engineering team, who will coach and mentor you throughout your apprenticeship journey.

Role/Mission

This is an exciting opportunity for candidates to undertake a Lean Manufacturing apprenticeship within the fast-growing and innovative Medical Technology sector. The apprenticeship offers a clear career progression roadmap and incremental pay reviews during the 18-month programme, leading onto the organisation’s 3-level skills-based reward scheme.

The core mission of the Apprentice Product Technician is to learn all manufacturing processes for the full Inovus product range, supported by product engineers and the company’s leadership. Responsibilities include:

• Processing acrylic plastics and producing acrylic sub-assemblies.
• Performing 3D printing processes, including post-processing such as polishing and dyeing.
• Producing medical models using silicone and pigments, casting materials into moulds, and assembling models.
• Assembling mechanical and electronic components for the flagship LapAR simulator.
• Assembling electrical components, such as circuit boards, using soldering irons and pick-and-place machinery.
• Labelling products accurately, maintaining stock levels, and participating in goods-in and goods-out processes.
• Fulfilling company orders by packaging products appropriately for dispatch, collaborating with sales and marketing teams.
• Working within a 6S Lean Manufacturing environment, developing key lean skills and techniques.

You as a person:

You are seeking the next step in your career; perhaps university isn’t for you. You may have already started working but are looking for a purposeful role that makes a difference. You are eager to learn and interested in an apprenticeship that will set you up for life. Located conveniently in St Helens (WA9 5AA), you prefer working in a small team environment for a globally recognized medical technology innovator.

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements:

• Five GCSEs A*-C are required.
• A desire to work in manufacturing, with experience in making and designing components and products, is desirable.
• Experience with laser cutters, silicone materials, 3D printing, or assembling electrical components is advantageous but not mandatory.
• We seek a highly motivated individual eager to expand their skills and contribute to our growing manufacturing team.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required, along with employability skills such as CV writing, data handling, and effective communication.

Apply for this post

If you believe you are a great fit for Inovus and this opportunity aligns with your career goals, we would love to hear from you. Please complete the application form and upload your resume. Allow a day or so for us to review your documents, after which we will contact you.