Level 2 - Fitter / Polisher Apprentice

Build precision. Master a craft. Help create something that matters.

Implants International Apprenticeship Opportunity.

What if the skills you learn in your first job could help create products that make a real difference to people's lives?

At Implants International, you'll learn how to finish and prepare highly precise medical implants to an exceptionally high standard. This is hands-on engineering where accuracy, patience and attention to detail really matter.

You'll be trained by experienced colleagues and develop specialist practical skills that you can build into a long-term career.

 What will you actually be doing?

As a Fitter/Polisher Apprentice, you'll learn how to work with small, highly precise components and turn them into finished products ready for the next stage of production.

Your training will include:

Polishing:

Learn how to use vacuum blast machines safely and effectively Understand how different air pressures affect different products Learn about different types of blasting media and how they create different surface finishes Develop the patience and precision needed to achieve a consistently high-quality finish

Fitting:

Learn to safely use pneumatic hand tools and grinders Understand different abrasives, wheels, belts and consumables and when to use them Learn how to use precision measuring equipment, including digital verniers Use shadowgraphs to inspect and check components Develop the ability to spot even the smallest imperfections

What we're looking for:

You don't need years of engineering experience. We'll teach you the technical skills What matters is how you approach your work

You'll be a great fit if you:

Have a really good eye for detail Have good hand-eye coordination and enjoy practical, hands-on work Have good eyesight and can concentrate on small components Take pride in getting things right, rather than just getting them done Enjoy learning how things work and developing practical skills Are happy working with tools and equipment Are willing to listen, learn and take feedback Care about producing work to a very high standard

 Why this isn't just another job:

This is an opportunity to learn a specialist engineering craft.

You'll be working with incredibly precise components where quality matters. The work you do requires concentration, skill and pride in what you produce.

If you're someone who enjoys working with your hands, likes seeing the difference your work makes and gets satisfaction from producing something properly, this could be the start of something exciting.

Ready to get hands-on?

If you're looking for an opportunity to earn while you learn, develop specialist engineering skills and build a career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and start your journey with Implants International.

Training:

Engineering Operative Level 2.

Training will primarily take place in the workplace at our Thornaby site, where you will receive hands-on experience and mentoring from experienced colleagues. You will also complete your apprenticeship through Traindup, with regular online training sessions, one-to-one support, progress reviews and off-the-job learning throughout the programme. The training schedule will be agreed before you start your apprenticeship.

Training Outcome:

You won't simply be thrown into a workshop and told to figure it out.

You'll receive thorough in-house training from experienced people who will teach you the skills you need to become confident in the role.

You'll have the opportunity to develop:

Practical engineering skills:

Learn to use specialist tools, machinery and inspection equipment

Precision skills:

Understand how tiny changes can make a huge difference to the finished product

Industry knowledge:

Learn how components are prepared and finished within a specialist medical device manufacturing environment

A career you can build on:

Develop valuable engineering skills that can open doors to further training and future opportunities

Employer Description:

Implants International Ltd is a long-established specialist manufacturer based in Thornaby, producing high-quality orthopaedic, trauma and spinal implants for the healthcare sector. The company combines advanced manufacturing techniques with a strong commitment to quality, precision and innovation. As a small, supportive team, they offer apprentices the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive excellent mentoring and develop the skills needed for a successful career in engineering and medical device manufacturing.

Working Hours :
Working days: Monday - Friday. Working hours: 37.5 hours per week. Shifts: Day shifts. Breaks: As per company policy.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience