Production Apprentice
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Company S N G BARRATT GROUP LTD
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Location W MIDLANDS, WV15 6AP
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Type Apprenticeship
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Salary Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref NAS-2000060589
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Application Deadline Date 10/11/2026
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Start Date 12/11/2026
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Positions Available 1
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Working Week Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm.
Brief Description
The Production Apprentice will develop practical manufacturing skills across the Bridgnorth production areas, with a focus on sheet metal work and electromechanical assembly. Working as part of the Production team, the role will support high-mix, low-volume manufacturing and assembly activity.
Training to be Provided
This is a level 2 Lean Manufacturing Apprenticeship delivered over a duration of 12 months. The apprentice will be required to attend the training centre, In-Comm Training and Business Services, Telford, TF3 3AJ, for a series of workshops.
Future Prospects
- You will be a qualified Production Operator
Vacancy Detail
Learning & Development
- Complete the agreed apprenticeship programme, attend required college / training sessions and maintain evidence of learning and competence.
- Work through a structured training plan covering sheet metal processes, assembly processes, safe systems of work, quality expectations and workplace behaviours.
- Seek feedback, ask questions and take ownership of personal development, attendance, timekeeping and learning progress.
Sheet Metal Work - Support basic sheet metal activities such as marking out, drilling, deburring, grinding, folding, fitting and preparation of parts under supervision.
- Learn to read simple drawings, operation sheets and work instructions, and understand how dimensions, tolerances and finish affect part quality.
Electromechanical Assembly
- Support assembly tasks involving mechanical components, brackets, panels, fasteners, wiring, basic electrical sub-assemblies and final fit-up operations.
- Use hand tools and simple production equipment safely and correctly, escalating issues where parts, tools or instructions are unclear.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Follow work instructions, drawings and inspection requirements to help ensure parts are made right first time.
- Identify obvious defects, damage, shortages or process issues and report them promptly to the supervisor or trainer.
Health, Safety & Housekeeping
- Work safely at all times, follow risk assessments, PPE requirements, machine controls and company safety procedures.
Teamwork
- Work positively with Production, Engineering, Quality, Warehouse and other teams to support delivery, quality and customer service.
Other Information
- Interest in practical engineering, manufacturing, sheet metal work or assembly [essential]
- Willingness to complete an apprenticeship programme and learn in both workplace and training provider environments [essential]
- Good attitude to safety, quality, attendance and timekeeping [essential]
- Basic numeracy and literacy, with ability to follow instructions, measurements and simple documentation [essential]
- Good practical aptitude and willingness to use hand tools and production equipment safely [essential]