Production Operative Apprentice
CORNWALL GLASS (MANUFACTURING) LIMITED
ST AUSTELL (PL25 3JQ)
Closes on Tuesday 30 September 2025
Posted on 4 August 2025
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Summary
Cornwall Glass Manufacturing Ltd are looking for an enthusiastic candidate to work within this experienced and well-run company to gain a Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 apprenticeship. The aim is to support the Production Operations Team in various activities including: Glass processing operations, Batching, H&S, Quality Control, and LEAN.
- Wage
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£16,500 a year
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(Please note anyone 18 and over will be working 42.5 hours per a week). Starting Annual Wage from £ 16,500 - (40 hours a week). Apprentices will have regular reviews with Managing Directors and rates of pay will rise during the apprenticeship.
- Training course
- Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 17:00
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 6 October 2025
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- Positions available
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3
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
As a Lean Manufacturing Operative for Cornwall Glass Manufacturing Ltd you will be carrying out your work safely and meeting the high quality standards set in a fast paced and well organised environment, you will be maintaining quality control by carrying out quality checks throughout the manufacturing operation to ensure standards are being kept to the same high standards.
Productively minimising waste in line with environmental systems and regulatory requirements, alongside many other manufacturing activities, including a variety of glass processing tasks you will be expected to undertake (with training).
Responsibilities will include;
- Preparation of products prior to finishing
- Batching of jobs / orders
- Finishing / packing of products using protective films
- Assisting our Technicians on site around the local area.
- Maintaining Health and Safety requirements at all times
- Contributing, developing & supporting improvement in the manufacturing operation
- Process visualisation using lean principles
- Problem solving tools and techniques
- To be aware of business continuity processes via Line Manager
- Toughening furnace
- Cutting & Dispatch
- Basic Administration duties
Where you'll work
Stennack Road
Holmbush Industrial Estate
ST AUSTELL
PL25 3JQ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
GLASS & FENESTRATION TRAINING SOLUTIONS LTD
Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
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Training schedule
Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
- All aspects of your training will be delivered on-site with your employer
- As an apprentice you will receive from your employer a set number of hours each week for your off the job training, this included as part of your working weekly hours
- Off the job training is there to help with your learning and development of the knowledge, skills and behaviors as part of your apprenticeship standard
- Majority of these hours will be spent on site with your mentor learning, along with having time set aside away from your normal day to day working environment for you to complete study time in which will help you with the completion of targets set by your assessor (e.g. workbooks, online learning, research, self-study)
- You will also have regular site visits every ten to twelve weeks from your designated assessor, who will monitor your progress throughout your apprenticeship program
More training information
- GFTS Ltd. are specialists in qualifications for the Glass, Glazing and Fenestration Industries on a national scale
- We pride ourselves on the quality of the training we deliver. At GFTS we emphasise the importance of a ‘Train, Gain & Retain’ attitude to the learning and make every effort to deliver industry recognised qualifications in an effective and bespoke manner
- Although our industry specialty is in the delivery of Fenestration Training, our assessors are each skilled in their own specialist discipline
- This apprenticeship is a mentor led qualification based at site
- As an apprentice you will learn all practical elements on site with your mentor which will help you develop your Skills and Behaviours as part of the apprenticeship standard
There is no need for any college days and no additional travel required - Our assessors are able to carry out classroom sessions, observations or site visits every 10-12 weeks to support you through the knowledge elements of the standard in small segments throughout the duration of the apprenticeship, in preparation for End Point Assessment (EPA). Everything for your apprenticeship will need to be completed within your working weekly hours each week in which you will spend a set number of hours per a week learning and studying towards your apprenticeship
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Logical
- Team working
Other requirements
• This pathway, like many glass/glazing jobs, requires manual skills, handling heavy equipment, and spending long periods standing; so physical fitness is important • Please note that interviews may take place before the vacancy close date and the successful applicant may start before the advertised start date
About this employer
Established for 45 years, Cornwall Glass Manufacturing is a family-owned business specialising in the manufacture and production of glass. Our experienced glazing teams offer professional service for Commercial, Trade, Architectural and Domestic customers. We offer the largest range of glass and mirror products in the Southwest including double and triple glazed sealed window units available with the very latest, glass innovation options. Toughened and heat-soaked glass products, painted glass splash backs and worktops. Our three manufacturing and toughening sites situated in Cornwall, Devon and Somerset, coupled with our skilled workforce enables us to provide a first class, professional service.
http://www.cornwallglass.co.uk (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
• Pension 7% after 3 months. • Private Healthcare / Accident & Sickness scheme after 6 months. • 33 Days Holiday Inc Bank Holiday + additional after 5 years’ service.
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
- Progressing into higher level jobs within the company, or the groups company in either Production or Management
- Apprentices will also a receive a £250 contribution to driving lessons if required after 9 months and a High Street voucher on completion of the apprenticeship
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
GLASS & FENESTRATION TRAINING SOLUTIONS LTD
Emma Harris
emmaharris@cornwallgroup.co.uk
01872 247 233
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000335344.
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Closes on Tuesday 30 September 2025
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