Operator Apprentice

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.

The Spectacles team is pushing the boundaries of technology to bring people closer together in the real world. Our fifth-generation Spectacles, powered by Snap OS, showcase how standalone, see-through AR glasses make playing, learning, and working better together.

Snap’s camera supports real friendships through visual communication, self expression and storytelling. Moving forward, our camera will play a transformative role in how people experience the world around them, combining what they see in the real world, with all that’s available to them in the digital world.

We’re looking for an Apprentice who is eager to grow into a future leader. Augmented Reality is a new and rapidly emerging technology, making this an exciting time to enter the field. You’ll have the opportunity to build a strong foundation of knowledge and accelerate your engineering career as the industry continues to expand.

What you’ll do:

The Operator Apprentice will learn to safely and efficiently operate various machinery and equipment in our manufacturing facility. This apprenticeship offers hands-on training and mentorship, preparing for a successful career as a skilled operator. During the program you will gain and develop skills covering a wide range of manufacturing aspects. This role will be very hands on, with the majority of your time spent within our new cleanroom environment.

You will: 

• Learn how to process material to the required production plan, quality standards and to the applied standard operating procedures

• Learn and adhere to all safety regulations and company policies.

• Assist experienced operators in setting up, operating, and monitoring machinery.

• Report any equipment malfunctions or production issues to supervisors.

• Maintain a clean and organised work area.

• Maintains the integrity of lots while processing material, utilizing MES and appropriate documentation.

• Communicates verbally and electronically with other operators within their respective area(s) between shifts (where appropriate) to ensure all necessary information is passed down and documented.

• Participate in all required training and educational programs.

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the manufacturing process.

Key knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.

• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team environment.

• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to safety.

• Excellent manual dexterity, able to manipulate very small parts with tweezers and other instruments

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Computer literate with ability to interact with Microsoft or Google office applications and basic data entry

You will be working in a cleanroom facility, this is a highly controlled, enclosed environment designed to maintain extremely low levels of airborne contaminants like dust. Please do some research about cleanroom facilities as part of your application process.

About you:

• Enthusiastic and motivated: Eager to kickstart an apprenticeship in manufacturing.

• Dedicated to learning and safety: Possesses a strong desire to learn and a hands-on approach to work, with a commitment to safety, ideal for an apprenticeship.

• Thrives in dynamic environments: Enjoys fast-paced work, ready to adapt to the demands of an apprenticeship.

• Committed to growth: Focused on developing valuable skills and contributing to a successful team through an apprenticeship.

Minimum Qualifications:

• GCSE in Maths, English, Science, Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent): Maths, English and a Science/Technology subject (If you have received educational qualifications outside of the UK then we will require a Statement of Comparability to confirm your eligibility for the scheme)

• You must have the right to work in the UK and meet the eligibility criteria for UK government-funded apprenticeships, including residency requirements (normally 3 years’ ordinary residence in the UK, EEA or a relevant territory prior to the start of the programme

• You must not be enrolled on another UK government-funded education or training programme at the time of starting the apprenticeship.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.

"Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week. 

At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.

Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!