Manufacturing Technician Apprentice

TN United Kingdom; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Manufacturing Technician Apprentice in Dunfermline. This role involves assembling and fault-finding complex systems while studying towards a Modern Apprenticeship at Fife College. The successful candidate will work in a team-oriented environment and gain valuable hands-on experience, contributing to operational targets while developing essential skills.

Benefits

Highly competitive compensation package

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum of National 5 or Standard Grade in English, Maths.
• Desire to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assembling materials in kit form according to procedures.
• Fault finding of scan heads.
• Maintaining cleanliness and functionality of work area.

Skills

Team oriented

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

National 5 in English

National 5 in Maths

Science or technical subject (advantageous)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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Manufacturing Technician Apprentice, Dunfermline

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Client:

Optos

Location:

Dunfermline, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

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Job Description:

ROLE SUMMARY

We are currently looking for a Manufacturing Technician Apprentice to join our Operations team based in Dunfermline.

This is a technical role responsible for assembling and fault-finding of highly complicated systems that require knowledge of mechanics, electronic, optical engineering and software.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assembling materials in kit form whilst stringently adhering to working procedures.
• Aligning complicated optical systems.
• Fault finding of scan heads.
• Ensuring capacity and quality levels are maintained.
• Maintenance and upkeep of area always ensuring cleanliness and functionality at all times.
• Effective use of jigs and fixtures.
• Working as part of a team to help achieve targets.
• Completion of Microsoft Word and Excel based route cards.
• Flexibility to move between different sections to broaden experience.

Whilst working at Optos, you will also be studying towards your Modern Apprenticeship at Fife College. The course is delivered in a blended manner and during your first year you would attend college 3 days per week and 2 days in the workplace. The timetable will vary each year.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of National 5 or Standard Grade in English, Maths, with a science and/or technical subject being advantageous or an equivalent NC.
• Desire to work in a manufacturing environment with a continuous improvement mindset.
• An ability to work and manage time effectively with overall good time keeping.
• Team oriented - strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to accurately follow instructions.
• PC literate – specifically Microsoft Word and Excel.

BENEFITS

At Optos, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package. The salary for this position is £17, per annum.

START DATE

This position is to start with Optos early August with a start date at college from the 25th August .