Apprentice Manufacturing Operative

Company: Hardy Signs Ltd
Location: Burton on Trent, DE14 1LS
Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
Sector: Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies
Ref: VAC-01292
Application Deadline Date: 02/03/2026
Start Date: 22/04/2026
Positions Available: 1
Working Week: Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 4.30pm, Friday 8am - 4pm

Brief Description

We are looking to develop an additional person who will be able to carry out all the functions required to ensure products are checked, finished, packed and labelled to be fitted, shipped, and the goods that go in and out are handled and maintained to ensure an efficient flow of product in the business.

Qualifications Required

GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above (Apprentices lacking these qualifications must gain them before taking the end point assessment.)

Personal Qualities

• Punctual, reliable and takes responsibility for their own actions
• Show respect for others
• Integrates well within the team
• Is an honest and open communicator
• Follows instructions and guidance and demonstrates attention to detail

Skills Required

• Attention to detail
• Ability to listen and follow instructions
• After training requirement to drive a forklift truck
• Able to handle and lift items in line with health and safety guidelines

Training to be Provided

Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative apprenticeship standard
Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This apprenticeship is delivered through a combination of Work Based Assessment and day/block release. The programme will culminate in an End Point Assessment, where all the skills and knowledge gained on the apprenticeship will be formally tested.

Future Prospects

Full time position available after training

Vacancy Detail

As an apprentice at Hardy Signs, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out work safely and complying with health and safety legislation
• Complying with environmental procedures and systems
• Completing manufacturing operations / assembly of signage
• Checking and ensuring that goods produced meet the requirements of the works order
• Packing and labelling goods for despatch or fitting
• Handling of goods both in and out of the warehouse
• Ensuring that the working area is kept clean and items are kept in the correct places

Other Information

Driving licence would be beneficial for the successful candidate. Training will be provided to drive a forklift. The candidate should be able to variable sized items.