Optics & Precision Engineering Apprentice

CooperVision; Park Gate; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Healthcare cover

Life assurance

LinkedIn Learning

Discounted contact lens scheme

Wellness Platform

Job summary

CooperVision invites you to a four-year Engineering Apprenticeship Programme designed to build a career in advanced manufacturing. You’ll work with cutting-edge technology, learn CNC machining, metrology, fault diagnosis, and quality inspection, gaining nationally recognised qualifications including an Engineering Operative Level 2 certificate.

You will develop hands-on skills in setting up and operating CNC lathes, measuring with precision instruments, tooling, and documentation while

Qualifications

• Keen interest in engineering, manufacturing, and high-precision machinery.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and maintain high-precision optical tooling to exacting standards.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC lathes and workshop equipment.
• Use advanced metrology and inspection technology to verify components.

Skills

Engineering interest

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

IT skills

Education

GCSEs (incl English & Maths)

Tools

CNC machinery

Metrology equipment

Optoform lathe

Hardinge lathe

Job description

CooperVision invites you to a four-year Engineering Apprenticeship Programme designed to build a career in advanced manufacturing. You’ll work with cutting-edge technology, learn CNC machining, metrology, fault diagnosis, and quality inspection, gaining nationally recognised qualifications including an Engineering Operative Level 2 certificate.

You will develop hands-on skills in setting up and operating CNC lathes, measuring with precision instruments, tooling, and documentation while