Apprentice Assembly Operative
FORWESSUN INTERNATIONAL LTD
SPEKE (L24 9NB)
Closes in 13 days (Thursday 12 March 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 26 February 2026
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Summary
Forwessun is a leading, innovative company in the field of electronics. We provide the industry with state-of-the-art test solutions for assembled printed circuit boards. We would like to expand our team and have opportunities for a Mechanical Assembly Apprentice
to support our manufacturing and wiring team.
- Wage
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£15,600 a year
- Training course
- Engineering fitter (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday- Thursday 8:30- 17:00
Friday- 8:30- 14:30
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Thursday 26 March 2026
- Duration
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3 years 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
The role will include:
- Working within a small, workshop based, manufacturing team
- Manual assembly of test fixtures:
• Screw fitting
• Hand drilling
• Use of pillar drill
• General hand tool usage - Assembly of intricate small and large parts and some mechanical systems
- Working with moving mechanical parts & vacuum powered mechanical systems
- Wiring of fixtures; use of a wire wrap gun and/or soldering iron
- Highly precise craftsmanship and high attention to detail
- Being able to work independently and efficiently
- Completion of QA checks throughout the manufacturing process, resolving issues found until systems work consistently and reliably
- Being aware of company health and safety requirements
Where you'll work
THE PRINTWORKS
WOODEND INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
WOODEND AVENUE
SPEKE
L24 9NB
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST
Training course
Engineering fitter (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Reading, interpreting and understanding the component or assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions.
- Planning component or assembly task – materials, tools and equipment.
- Preparing work area for component or assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools and equipment.
- Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.
- Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects.
- Measuring and testing, checking or inspecting component or assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, voltmeter.
- Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate.
- Applying improvement techniques; recommending or implementing solutions where appropriate.
- Communicating with colleagues or customers (internal or external).
- Completing component or assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation.
- Reporting work outcomes or issues.
- Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping.
- Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling, re-using where appropriate.
- Operating within limits of responsibility.
- Operating in line with quality, health and safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measures where applicable.
- Reading, interpreting and understanding the component or assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions.
- Planning component or assembly task – materials, tools and equipment.
- Preparing work area for component or assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools and equipment.
- Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.
- Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects.
- Measuring and testing, checking or inspecting component or assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, voltmeter.
- Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate.
- Applying improvement techniques; recommending or implementing solutions where appropriate.
- Communicating with colleagues or customers (internal or external).
- Completing component or assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation.
- Reporting work outcomes or issues.
- Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping.
- Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling, re-using where appropriate.
- Operating within limits of responsibility.
- Operating in line with quality, health and safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measures where applicable.
Training schedule
In-house training plus the candidate will follow a Level 3 Apprenticeship programme and study towards an Engineering Fitter standard. This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College- South & West. If the candidate does not hold GCSE grades A-C (9-4) or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 2 Functional Skill in the relevant subject.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade C/4)
- Maths (grade C/4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
About this employer
Forwessun is a leading, innovative company in the field of electronics. We provide the industry with state-of-the-art test solutions for assembled printed circuit boards. Established in 1971, we have gained and maintained a global presence. Our client base includes many specialist international PCB contract manufacturers as well as world renowned household brands such as Google, BMW, Cisco, Tesla, Nokia plus many more.
Company benefits
- 20 days holiday (rises by 1 day per year of service)
- Pension contribution
- Progression opportunities
After this apprenticeship
- Opportunity for permanent role following successful completion of the apprenticeship
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST
Becky Smythe
becky.smythe@ccsw.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000018033.
Apply now
Closes in 13 days (Thursday 12 March 2026 at 11:59pm)