Production Apprentice
F T I LTD
CROWBOROUGH (TN6 2JD)
Closes on Monday 6 April 2026
Posted on 24 February 2026
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Summary
We’re looking for a practically minded and enthusiastic Production Apprentice to join our friendly team at a small but busy high tech engineering firm. You'll support the assembly and fabrication of electromechanical products, gas panels, and tube assemblies, gaining real-world skills in a workshop environment.
- Wage
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£15,600 a year
- Training course
- Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday – Friday 08:30 – 17:00 with an hour for lunch
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 13 April 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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1
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
Your duties will include:
- Assisting in the building of gas delivery system.
- Bending and cutting stainless steel or copper tubing to precise measurements.
- Installing compression fittings using correct torquing practices.
- Assisting in leak detection.
- Handling, preparing and organising materials and fittings for builds.
- Learning safety procedures, pressure regulation, flow control and sealing.
Where you'll work
UNIT 5
BROOKLANDS BUSINESS PARK
FARNINGHAM ROAD
CROWBOROUGH
TN6 2JD
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
IPS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
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Training schedule
This Apprenticeship Standard is delivered within the workplace, where the Apprentice will complete a Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative competency and knowledge qualification. IPS will support and train the learner through the component aims with monthly monitoring and assessment visits to the workplace. This will prepare the learner for End Point Assessment that is required for this Apprenticeship.
To complete this Apprenticeship, the learner must pass Level 1 English and maths (or have the appropriate transferable skills).
Requirements
Essential 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
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Willing to learn
- Punctual
- Reliable
- Health and Safety Awareness
- Ability to use Hand Tools
Other requirements
Enrolment onto your apprenticeship programme is subject to prior attainment checks, and your Personal Learning Record will be reviewed upon successful appointment. We are also obligated to follow the guidelines around eligibility, set out by the government apprenticeship funding rules.
NB: Please include minimum qualifications (GCSE maths and English grades) in your apprenticeship application. Tailor your application to the vacancy, dedicating 1-2 paragraphs for each question to demonstrate interest in the role and the company. **If you are unsuccessful, you will be automatically added to our Talent pool list where future vacancies will be sent to you. If you would like to opt out of this mailing list, please select unsubscribe in the email. **
About this employer
Engineering firm supplying precision instrumentation, bespoke assemblies, technical expertise with a can-do attitude.
After this apprenticeship
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will launch into a dynamic career where you’ll master cutting-edge pressure and vacuum technologies, take on specialist roles, lead teams, and fast-track into engineering or management—building the future of high-tech engineering!
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
IPS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Mandy Rai
mandyrai@ips-international.com
01634298808
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000017452.
Apply now
Closes on Monday 6 April 2026