Trainee Manufacturing Operative

Applications are now open for 2025

Intermediate Programme

We require self-motivated individuals with good manual dexterity and problem-solving skills. The job will be a hands-on role, based at Milton Keynes, within Production, Sub Assembly, Product Assembly Lines and Logistics. The successful applicant will develop into a top-class practical Manufacturing Operative with expert knowledge in Mechanical, Electrical and Hydraulic assembly linked to developing, building and servicing the Niftylift product range.

Applicant Entry Criteria:

• Minimum of 2 GCSEs (or equivalent):  Grade 3 (D) or above in Maths & English.

Or,

• Functional Skills, level 1

The Role in More Detail:

During the 4-year programme, individuals will develop practical skills in the Trainee Manufacturing Operative role. On successfully completing the training programme/apprenticeship, full-time employment may be offered in the following position.

Production/Assembly - Manufacturing Operative

This role requires dynamic team players with proven skills, knowledge, and experience in mechanical assembly and hydraulic and electrical installation.  The role requires operating to high quality/workmanship standards within a manufacturing cell/flow line production environment.  You will be required to perform a range of manufacturing/production operations to the required quality standard, on time, and within commercial competition cost budgets (i.e. logistics/materials handling, preparation, painting, mechanical assembly, electrical assembly and fitting/fabrication).

Training/Experience:

Based at Niftylift with delivery from the Engineering Trust:

• Practical Skills Certificate
• EAL Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Operations (Knowledge)
• EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)

Maths and English Functional Skills may be delivered to those with outstanding GCSE qualifications.

In-House Training/Experience:

• Learning, experiencing and mastering all of the skills, systems and practices in some of the following departments, flow lines and cells:

Electrical Sub Assembly Bay	150/170 Production Line
Mechanical Sub Assembly Cell	120T Production Line
Preparation & Paint Cell	HR21 MK2
Logistics / Stores Department	SD210
Customisation Production Cell	HR15/17 Production Line
HR12 Production Line	HR28 Production Line

Progression Opportunities:

For those who wish to progress their career qualifications further and have the necessary drive, enthusiasm and ability, there may be further potential opportunities (individually assessed subject to grades achieved and business requirements).

Benefits:

This engineering training opportunity is a win-win situation for learning and earning simultaneously.  Niftylift offers a competitive wage, potential overtime (at premium rates), a future bonus scheme, health cover, contributory pension, life insurance and a holiday allowance scheme.

How to Apply:

Please click on the link below and complete our application form to apply.

Apprenticeship Application Form

What happens next?

If you are a successful applicant, you'll be invited for an initial interview and assessment at Niftylift. You will also be invited for an interview and assessment at The Engineering Trust.

Thank you for showing an interest in Niftylift, and good luck with your application!