Production Operative Apprentice
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Company: FREDERICK COOPER (BIRMINGHAM) LTD
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Location: Birmingham, B9 4TS
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,354.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000026113
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Application Deadline Date: 29/05/2026
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Start Date: 15/09/2026
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Positions Available: 6
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Working Week: Monday - Thursday 07.00- 15.30. Friday 07.00-12.00.
Brief Description
Want to kick-start a successful career in the manufacturing sector? This role provides the chance to gain hands-on experience and develop specialist skills across a variety of areas, including parts preparation, wet paint spraying, powder coating, polishing, quality inspection and other duties.
Training to be Provided
- Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Apprenticeship delivered over a period of 12 months
- All training will be held on site at the company
- The successful candidate will complete their Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship qualification
- Dependent upon prior qualifications, learners may also need to complete functional skills in maths and English
Future Prospects
- Potential to have a full-time position at FCB and progress within the organisation from general operator to prepare / polisher / paint sprayer /powder coater or quality inspector. Further progression into leadership / management
Vacancy Detail
Day-to-day tasks include:
- Work from job-specific processes and follow work instructions
- Follow instructions without deviation unless instructed to do so by a supervisor
- Where required, keep records and fill out paperwork accurately
- Ensure quality standards and safety on the shop-floor are adhered to
- Set up, prepare, check and set down your own work area
- Check your own equipment issued ahead of starting and finishing a job
- Receive, handle and maintain consumables, jigs, parts and tool provided
- Adhere to company standard operating procedures (SOP'S)
- Keep a tidy work area, including basic maintenance of machines / tools
- Participate in all company training programs and team briefing sessions
- Working in different areas throughout the factory to suit production needs
- If required, to work additional hours over and above normal working hours to achieve targets
- Carry out any reasonable request from a senior member of staff
- Carry out task related duties related to the role within the maintenance team and business
Other Information
Apprentice must be able to travel to the company for the required start time. A high level of attention to detail is required for this role as all tasks must be completed to a high standard. Candidate must be physically fit as the job role includes lifting and carrying heavy items at times. Please inform your interviewer if you are Asthmatic or colour-blind.