Apprentice MIG Welder

TBI MANUFACTURING LTD

Mildenhall (IP28 7BG)

Closes in 27 days (Friday 10 July 2026)

Posted on 12 June 2026


Summary

TBI Manufacturing Limited began trading over 30 years ago as a sub-contract tube manipulation company and has grown steadily over this time increasing our abilities to encompass all aspects of metal fabrication and forming. The team are looking to recruit for an Apprentice MIG Welder.

Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 15:00

30 hours a week

Start date

Monday 10 August 2026

Duration

2 years

Positions available

2

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

Main roles and responsibilities:

  • Participate fully in MIG welding training sessions conducted at TBI Manufacturing
  • Learn to interpret welding blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders
  • Assist in the preparation of metal surfaces and welding equipment
  • Perform basic welding tasks under close supervision
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with health and safety standards
  • Develop knowledge of different welding materials and techniques used in production
  • Support the team in day-to-day fabrication tasks as required

Where you'll work

TBI Manufacturing Limited, Holborn Avenue
Mildenhall
IP28 7BG

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

  • The learner will be studying the Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification
  • Day release to West Suffolk College

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4-9)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Physical fitness
  • Team working
  • Attention to detail
  • Initiative

Other requirements

You may spend hours lifting heavy metals, bending over workpieces, and enduring a hot working environment.

About this employer

TBI Manufacturing Limited began trading over 30 years ago as a sub-contract tube manipulation company and has grown steadily over this time increasing our abilities to encompass all aspects of metal fabrication and forming. As a business we strive to collaborate and develop long-standing relationships with our customers. Operating from in excess of 80,000sq feet of factory space in Mildenhall, Suffolk, we are able offer tube manipulation, laser cutting, fabrication, powder coating and assembly. Our accreditations include ISO 9001:2015 and a number of global customer supplier approvals from some of the most prestigious & recognisable brands in the world.

After this apprenticeship

  • Opportunity for full-time employment upon successful completion of apprenticeship

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE

Sam Ridgeon

sam.ridgeon@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk

01284 412350

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000037028.

Apply now

Closes in 27 days (Friday 10 July 2026)

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.