Wood Product Manufacturing Apprentice (Balmoral Joinery)

Your apprenticeship will be spent in the workplace, learning on-the-job by getting hands-on experience.

As a wood product manufacturing apprentice at Balmoral, you’ll be immersed in real-world, hands-on experience. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, you’ll contribute to the entire production process, from raw material to finished product.

Key Tasks and Duties:

Identify and select appropriate wood species for different projects Measure, mark, and cut timber to precise specifications Prepare wood surfaces through planing, sanding, and shaping Safely operate woodworking tools and machines (saws, lathes, routers, etc.) Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition Always follow safety procedures and workshop protocols Construct components using traditional and modern joinery techniques Read and interpret technical drawings or plans Assemble wood parts accurately with attention to detail Apply finishes such as oils, stains, or lacquers to protect and enhance wood surfaces Inspect completed products for defects or inconsistencies Perform touch-ups or refinements as needed to meet quality standards Keep the workshop clean, organised, and stocked with materials Assist in inventory checks and ordering supplies Support team members with various workshop tasks as needed

This apprenticeship is designed to build your technical skills, craftsmanship, and understanding of the full production process, setting you up for a successful career in wood manufacturing.

Training:

You will be completing the Level 2 Wood Product Manufacturing Apprenticeship Standard with Darlington Borough Council Learning & Skills, Darlington. 

This apprenticeship is designed to equip participants with the fundamentals required to start a successful career. The programme can be delivered using a blend of online, anytime learning and expert-led classroom training covering core topics.

Throughout this Apprenticeship, participants will be supported by tutors who have worked in this environment and have gained many years of experience and who can truly support you to develop the skills and knowledge required to work in a wide range of manufacturing roles.

Training Outcome:

Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to full-time employment and/ or further training.

Employer Description:
Balmoral Joinery Ltd is a bespoke joinery manufacturing firm that produces beautifully designed and constructed work to our customers’ specifications. Craftsmanship and attention to detail are two things we hold in high regard, and we firmly believe that this commitment to quality can be seen in everything we do. We provide a customised service in timber doors, windows, bi-folding doors, staircases, internal joinery and furniture, working with commercial, trade and domestic customers throughout the North East.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8am - 1pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness