Apprentice Product Finisher
MADE BY THE FORGE LIMITED
Ipswich (IP8 4JJ)
Closes on Friday 31 October 2025
Posted on 16 September 2025
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Summary
Made by the forge is offering a rare and unique opportunity for one person to join their small team of skilled artisans. We will initially train the candidate to be able to identify, pick and assist with getting products ready for orders. This must be carried out to a high standard with a keen eye for detail and no errors.
- Wage
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£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
- Hours
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The working week is 7.30am to 4.00pm with a half hour un-paid lunch break.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 3 November 2025
- Duration
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1 year
- 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
Tasks will include:
- Manufacturing processes using drills and lathes
- Picking items for others
- Carrying out QC and assisting in making sure items are in perfect condition before they are dispatched
There will be duties that involve painting and other finishing methods, which is a skilled operation but also one that immense personal satisfaction can be derived.
Where you'll work
Bullen Lane
Bramford
Ipswich
IP8 4JJ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
W S TRAINING LTD.
Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
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Training schedule
- Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
- All training will take place in the workplace
Requirements
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
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
Other requirements
7:30am is an early start and we do not accept lateness. If you wish to apply please ensure you can get to work on time every day.
About this employer
Made by the Forge is a family-run British company, specialising in forging bespoke wrought iron home décor making wrought iron products for your home. We offer you an exceptional personal service from start to finish. All of our ironwork is individually handmade, forged in the UK, quality checked and, for extra peace of mind, guaranteed for life as standard. Each of our products is made to order before being shipped worldwide to most destinations.
After this apprenticeship
- If the apprentice shows themselves to be worthy of future employment, we would look to offer them a full-time role after the completion of the training period
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
W S TRAINING LTD.
The Apprenticeship Team
apprenticeships@wstraining.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000342254.
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Closes on Friday 31 October 2025
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