General Operative Apprentice

Summary

Frederick Cooper are looking for someone who is excited to start their successful career in the manufacturing sector with opportunity to specialise in several different roles including wet paint spraying, powder coating, polishing, business administration and more.

Annual wage

£12,313.60 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Hours will be increased to 39 hours if apprentice is over 18 yeards old. Wage will be increased to £12,979.20 if the apprentice is over 18 yeards old.

Training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 7.00am / 7.30am- 4.00pm / 4.30pm

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Thursday 7 November

Duration

1 Year

Positions available

6

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Day to day tasks include:

Follow work instructions and work from job specific process cards
Always follow these instructions without deviation, unless advised otherwise by supervisor
Where required keep records and fill out batch cards accurately
Ensure quality standards are adhered to
Keep your work area tidy including basic maintenance of machines/tools
If required to work additional hours outside of normal working hours to achieve production target
Follow the companies standard operating procedures
Take part in all company training programs and team briefing sessions
Work in different areas throughout the factory to suit production needs
If there is insufficient work to keep fully utilised, then raise with immediate supervisor
Perform task related duties related to specific roles within the business
Conduct any reasonable request from a supervisor

Where you’ll work

44-45 PRINCE ALBERT STREET

BIRMINGHAM

B9 5AZ

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

Your training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Your training plan

Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Apprenticeship delivered over a period of 12 months
You will be required to attend an online induction over 2 days
1 day training at In-Comm Aldridge which will include health and safety, working safely, employment right and responsibilities, safeguarding, equality and diversity, prevent agenda and British values and continuous professional development
This will then be followed by a 10 day workshop at In-Comm
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

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 4/C)
Maths (grade 4/C)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Physical fitness
Punctual
Willingness to learn
Positive attitude

Other requirements

Apprentice must be able to travel to the Training site for induction/workshop and to work site.

About this company

Frederick Cooper is the trusted provider of specialist Wet Paint Spraying and Powder Coating solutions to the Automotive and other sectors worldwide. Since 1879 there has been a finishing company based in the Bordesley Green area of Birmingham. Initially operating as Metal Finishing Specialists, in 1982 the current owners took over and the company became known as Frederick Cooper Birmingham Ltd. Frederick Cooper is committed to being a sustainable company; effectively managing our resources to consistently deliver an excellent service, whilst providing a rewarding and enjoyable experience for all. We take corporate and social responsibility for our business activities with our people, community and environment in mind.

https://www.frederickcooper.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Potential to have a full time position at FCB and progress within the organisation from general operator to team leader, charge hand, supervisor, and foreman over time

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