Apprentice Lean Manufacturing Operative

Fabricating uPVC windows and doors to worksheet specifications, including, but not limited to, cutting profile, welding, assembling gearing, prepping and routing out for trickle vents, hanging sashes, cutting panels Fabricating our flagship, superior mechanically-jointed flush casement windows Prepping and hanging composite doors, and fitting door furniture Using a range of machinery and hand tools safely Manually checking work to ensure accuracy throughout manufacturing, prior to completion, and prior to customer collection/delivery Safe handling of large completed frames and glass units Assisting in loading up for customer collections and deliveries Stock checking and ensuring stock levels remain topped up at all times Communicating difficulties, issues and mistakes to the warehouse manager to ensure a swift resolution Collaboration with colleagues and managers to troubleshoot difficulties and find solutions Maintaining a clean and organised work area at all times Maintaining and championing our high standards at all times Occasional on-site installation support

Training Outcome:

The fenestration industry is fast becoming a fully automated industry for many companies, and there remains a demand, particularly within the heritage market, for individuals with finely tuned hand skills, for example, those involved in the manufacturing of handmade mechanical joints (as opposed to those welded on a machine). Being skilled in this task, and understanding the finer processes involved in making windows and doors to a very high standard, would set an apprentice up for future quality control and general manager positions. We’d be very keen here at Ashfen to develop any individual who progresses successfully through their apprenticeship with us into a more senior role within our company.

Employer Description:

Ashfen Windows and Doors are a small business located in a well-known industrial area within Derby. We manufacture high quality uPVC windows and doors within our own unit, and supply to both trade and retail customers. We also install, and are FENSA registered. We have a select range of supplier partners for items that we don’t currently manufacture ourselves. We’re a small team, and our relationships with our staff, customers and suppliers are paramount to us.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 7am– 3:30pm. Occasional overtime offered during the week and at weekends.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Punctual,Passion for learning,Independent learning