Apprentice Plastic Fabricator - REF 15004

SEL Environmental in Blackburn are recruiting for an Apprentice Plastic Fabricator. The successful candidate will work towards completing a Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship over the duration of 15 months.

What you'll do

• Reading and interpreting technical CAD drawings
• Measuring, drilling and cutting
• Hot Air and Extrusion Gun Welding Techniques
• Socket and Fusion Welding Techniques
• Heat line bending
• Assembly of bespoke components to create final products – both made to order and standard
• Keeping the workplace tidy and adhering to all health and safety requirements

Training

• Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative
• Work based learning
• Functional Skills

After the apprenticeship

Progression onto full time employment.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Reading and interpreting

Things to consider

• Punctual
• Flexible
• Willing to learn
• Good communication skills
• Practical
• Enthusiastic
• Innovative
• Sociable
• Outgoing

Benefits

• Uniform
• Pension
• Supportive working environment
• Free parking
• Close to Train station/transport routes
• Plus benefits
• Good route to progression

About the employer

SEL have assisted Developers, Architects, Engineers and Contractors in the provision of innovative sustainable drainage solutions across the construction industry throughout the UK for over 20 years. Over this period we have developed an extensive range of solutions, products and services specifically designed and developed to satisfy the growing criteria of local LLFA's

Applicants will be expected to send a CV with Cover Letter and attend a 'practical skills session' to highlight skills.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Lean manufacturing operative (level 2), Engineering and manufacturing
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: NORTH LANCS. TRAINING GROUP C.I.C.
• Expected duration: 1 Year 3 Months
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm. 1 hour lunch (unpaid).
• Start date: 4 December 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,640 a year