Polymer Apprenticeship

Assisting technicians with machine start-ups, process adjustments, and tooling changes across a range of injection moulding presses. Learning how to identify and troubleshoot production, quality, and tooling issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Supporting routine maintenance, material handling, and continuous improvement activities across the shop floor. Working closely with experienced engineers and production teams to develop technical knowledge and hands-on engineering skills. Gaining exposure to automation, quality systems, and manufacturing processes while contributing to daily production targets and customer requirements.

Training Outcome:

The successful candidate will move on to become a fully qualified technician, leading their own shift here at Icon Plastics.

Employer Description:

Icon Plastics is a fast-growing and forward-thinking manufacturing business specialising in precision injection moulding for industries including automotive, telecommunications, construction, electronics, healthcare, and more. With two expanding facilities and over 30 moulding machines, we are continually investing in new machinery, automation, technology, and people to support exciting new projects and future growth.

At Icon, no two days are the same — apprentices and employees work in a modern, fast-paced environment alongside an experienced technical team, gaining exposure to advanced manufacturing processes, robotics, tooling, quality systems, and continuous improvement projects. We pride ourselves on creating opportunities for people to develop, progress, and build long-term careers within an ambitious and evolving business.

Working Hours :
During the first year of training, you will work 8am-4:30pm with a half-hour unpaid break and a 15-minute paid break. After the first year, there may be an opportunity for you to drop into one of the rotating shift patterns 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm, 10pm-6am.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working