Manufacturing & Production Trainee | Yate, Bristol
Start Your Career in Robotics & Manufacturing.
Interested in how things are built? Love technology, engineering, or working hands-on? Looking for a role where you can learn real skills and build a long-term career?
Our client is looking for a Manufacturing & Production Trainee to join their growing workshop team in Bristol, helping build cutting-edge robotic camera systems used in film and TV productions around the world.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone at the start of their career who is practical, curious, and eager to learn. You don’t need previous experience — they’ll provide full training — but you do need a positive attitude, good attention to detail, and a genuine interest in engineering and manufacturing.
About the Company
They create innovative robotic technology for the film and television industry. They are the creators of the AGITO robotic dolly system and are recognised as global leaders in robotic camera movement.
Their team combines engineering, filmmaking, technology, and innovation to build products used on major productions worldwide. They’re a fast-growing company with ambitious plans and a collaborative, hands-on culture.
What You’ll Be Doing
Working alongside an experienced manufacturing team, you’ll be trained to support:
- Preparing parts and kits for assembly
- Product assembly using hand and power tools
- Mechanical and electrical sub-assembly work
- Testing and quality control checks
- Updating stock and production systems
- General workshop and production support
- No two days are the same, and you’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of practical engineering and manufacturing tasks.
You will do 4 long days Mon – Thurs, with an early finish on Friday.
What We’re Looking For
We’re more interested in attitude and potential than previous experience. The ideal person will be:
- Keen to learn and develop new skills
- Interested in engineering, robotics, manufacturing, or technology
- Practical and hands-on
- A strong team player with good communication skills
- Organised, reliable, and willing to get stuck in
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Experience isn’t required — full training will be provided.
Why Join?
- Learn valuable hands-on manufacturing and engineering skills
- Work on exciting robotics products used in film and TV
- Join a supportive and experienced team
- Genuine opportunities for long-term career progression
- Be part of a growing technology business with big ambitions
- This role is based at MI’s Yate workshop in Bristol, working 7.5 hours per day with some flexibility around working times.
What’s On Offer?
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Private Health Care options
- Team days, cake & cuppa monthly meet ups
- Off road parking
- Bonus profit scheme
- Annual pay reviews
As part of the interview process, shortlisted candidates will complete a practical skills assessment.
This isn’t a pass/fail test — it simply helps to understand your starting point and how they can support your development.
Apply Now
Email your CV and cover letter to careers@motion-impossible.com.