Apprentice Door Assembly Operative

IPS International; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A training company in the manufacturing sector is looking for a Door Assembly Operative Apprentice in Maidstone, England. You will gain hands-on experience in door construction, working with experienced staff. Essential qualifications include GCSE Maths and English at Grade 3 or above. You will work full-time, Monday to Friday, earning an annual wage of £16,640 while learning practical skills. This apprenticeship will last 18 months and provide a pathway into the manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

• Work on all aspects of flush fire door construction.
• Operate processing machinery safely.
• Collaborate within a team effectively.
• Maintain a tidy workspace.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Practical skills

Work ethic

Motivated

Willingness to learn

Hardworking

Education

GCSE Maths and English (Grade 3 and above)

Job description

Are you looking to start your career in the manufacturing sector? Do you want to earn a salary whilst gaining experience and a qualification? We have an exciting opportunity for a Door Assembly Operative Apprentice. You will take part in woodworking and joinery with practical experience in manufacturing of bespoke doors and fire doors.

• Annual wage: £16,640 a year
• The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.
• Training course: Lean manufacturing operative
• Hours: Monday–Thursday, 07:30 – 16:30; Friday, 07:30 – 15:30. 40 hours a week
• Start date: Monday 16 February 2026
• Duration: 18 months
• Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands‑on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

You will be fully trained in all of the following areas:

• All aspects of flush fire door construction and the use of processing machinery
• Cross cutting
• Panel saw operation
• Veneer presses
• Sanding machines
• Lipping machines
• Glazing of doors

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Working to deadlines
• Working in an organised manner
• Maintaining a tidy environment
• Collaborating within a team
• Taking pride in your work
• Shadowing experienced colleagues

Requirements

Essential qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 3 and above) essential

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Problem solving skills
• Practical skills
• Work ethic
• Motivated
• Willingness to learn
• Hardworking

Other requirements

Enrolment onto your apprenticeship programme is subject to prior attainment checks, and your Personal Learning Record will be reviewed upon successful appointment. We are also obligated to follow the guidelines around eligibility, set out by the government apprenticeship funding rules.

NB: Please include minimum qualifications (GCSE Maths and English grades) in your apprenticeship application. Tailor your application to the vacancy, dedicating 1-2 paragraphs for each question to demonstrate interest in the role and the company. The employer is not located by any public transport routes and so you will need to be able to reliably get to the employer's address.