Trim Apprentice

Crosby Composites; Brackley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Crosby Composites is seeking a passionate individual for a Trim apprentice position at their Brackley site. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in the luxury automotive industry, focusing on trimming and assembling carbon fibre components. Candidates will gain valuable skills, work alongside industry professionals, and have the opportunity for full-time employment upon successful completion.

Benefits

Above apprenticeship rate of pay

Competitive overtime rates

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Pension Scheme

Rewards platform with discounts

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of tools preferred.
• Passion for Formula 1 and automotive industry required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Training in trimming, bonding, and assembling carbon fibre components.
• Checking the clarity of drawings and accuracy of instructions.
• Maintaining equipment and cleanliness in the department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem Solving

Communication

Ability to work in fast-moving environment

Education

Engineering Operative Level 2

Job description

Crosby Composites are a leading carbon fibre manufacturer working predominately in high end, luxury automotive and formula 1. Established in 1982 we have almost 40 years’ experience of innovation in this field. With IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 9001: 2015 accreditations we can support our customers with all their needs and work to the highest industry standards.

We have a passion and a drive to deliver the very best and are now continuing on our journey of growth and development through the growth of our teams, across both sites. We are a company of opportunities and are looking for individuals who want to be a part of that development to join our team.

We have some amazing opportunities for school leavers with a passion for Formula One and Motorsport to join our company as a Trim apprentice at our Brackley site. You would be working with some of the best production operatives in the business and gain a wealth of knowledge and skills.

This is a great way to start your career in the industry as well as gaining a qualification. The course is Engineering Operative Level 2.

You would be contracted to work Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm. The apprenticeship training provider will come on site every couple of weeks to provide the theory side of your course. The duration of the apprenticeship is between 18 and 24 months.

As a company we pay above the apprenticeship rate as well as offering competitive overtime rates, we also offer 23 days’ of annual leave plus the recognised bank holidays as well as private healthcare, a Pension Scheme and a rewards platform which offers 100s of discounts on stores, cinema tickets, restaurants and 50% off at PureGym.

Key Responsibilities:

You will be provided with in-depth training in the below:

• Trimming, bonding and assembling carbon fibre components utilizing engineering drawings and build manuals
• Checking information on drawings is clear
• Checking route card instructions are correct
• Help develop processes to improve quality and efficiency
• Keep all equipment maintained
• Ensure the department is kept clean and tidy

Skills you will learn:

• Ability to read engineering drawings would be an advantage but not essential
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent accuracy level
• Constant aware of health and safety
• Good verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to listen to and follow instructions
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Used to working in a fast-moving environment
• Flexible
• Problem Solving skills

Expected Skills and Attributes:

• Have good attention to detail.
• Have a basic understanding of tools.
• Be team player.
• Have a positive attitude.
• Be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Be practical and enjoy practical working.
• Have a passion for Formula 1 and Automotive.

Successful completion of your apprenticeship can lead to fulltime employment within the company.