Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprentice - Lawrence David

Futures Job Shop 002; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 16,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK manufacturing company is looking for an Engineering Operative Apprentice in Peterborough. This position involves preparing and completing manufacturing operations while adhering to safety standards. Candidates should have GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent. The apprenticeship offers training towards the Engineering Operative Level 2 Standard, and there may be opportunities for full-time roles on successful completion. This is a great start for those looking to enter the engineering field.

Qualifications

• GCSE or Equivalent in Maths and English Grades 4-9 required.
• Functional skills will be studied if equivalent qualifications are not held.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, control, contribute to and complete manufacturing operations.
• Follow SOPs and adhere to safe working policies and procedures.
• Maintain Health and Safety standards including correct PPE usage.

Skills

Logical

Initiative

Physical fitness

Education

GCSE or Equivalent in Maths and English Grades 4-9

Job description

5th January 2026

Lawrence David Ltd is a UK based manufacturer of commercial trailers and rigid bodies for the transportation industry. The company was founded in 1973 and is now a wholly owned subsidiary of the Wielton Group, a Polish manufacturer.

Lawrence David Ltd is a UK based manufacturer of commercial trailers and rigid bodies for the transportation industry. The team are looking to recruit an Engineering Operative Apprentice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, control, contribute to and complete manufacturing operations.
• Follow SOPs and adhere to safe working policies and procedures.
• Maintain Health and Safety standards including correct PPE usage.
• Organise work area using 5S principles.
• Support continuous improvement using lean tools and problem-solving techniques.
• Carry out quality checks and elevate concerns appropriately.

Entry requirements

GCSE or Equivalent in Maths and English Grades 4-9.
Functional skills will be studied if equivalent qualifications are not held.

Skills required

• Logical
• Initiative
• Physical fitness

Training to be provided

The learner will be studying the Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
Day release to West Suffolk College.

Things to consider

The opportunity of a full-time role and future training as required by the business may be offered on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

• Production Operative
• Quality Assurance Operative
• Logistics Operative
• Process/Finishing Operative
• Advanced Apprenticeships or Technician roles

Closing Date

The closing date for this job offer is on 16/01/2026

£ 15704 per year

Location

This job is located inPeterborough, Cambs