Location: Liversedge, West Yorkshire
Salary: Circa £25,000 rising to £29,000 on completion of apprenticeship
Hours: 39 hours per week
(Mon–Thurs 06:30–14:30 | Fri 06:30–13:30)

Join a Proud British Manufacturer – Build Your Career at Heckmondwike FB

Heckmondwike FB is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of commercial fibre-bonded carpets and carpet tiles, proudly made in West Yorkshire for over 50 years. Our durable and design-led products are trusted in schools, universities, offices and public spaces across the UK, where quality and performance truly matter.

We’re looking for a motivated Manufacturing Apprentice, Mat Making to join our dedicated production team. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in quality craftsmanship, and wants to learn the full process of mat design and manufacture in a supportive environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

As part of our busy mat-making department, you’ll help produce both standard and bespoke mats from our wide range of floorcoverings and sports surfaces. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you’ll operate a variety of machinery, assist with custom logo designs, and make sure each order meets our customers’ exact requirements.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Learning to operate all mat-making equipment, including CNC, Samco press, guillotine, hot melt press, sewing and edging machines
• Assisting with the design and production of bespoke logo mats, including artwork, CAD design and customer approvals
• Liaising with Customer Services to meet production schedules and delivery commitments
• Cutting and preparing materials to precise measurements and specifications
• Picking and allocating stock to ensure materials are ready for production
• Assisting in managing raw material stock and ordering supplies as needed
• Performing basic maintenance on machinery and tools
• Operating a forklift truck to move rolls and pallets (training provided if required)
• Keeping your work area clean, tidy and safe
• Supporting other departments and contributing to continuous improvement projects

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Enthusiastic and keen to learn new technical skills
• Detail-oriented with pride in producing high-quality work
• A reliable team player with excellent timekeeping
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment
• Computer literate with moderate IT skills
• Physically fit and able to handle the physical demands of the role
• In possession of or willing to obtain a Forklift Truck (FLT) licence
• Previous production experience is desirable but not essential — full training will be provided.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary circa £25,000 Rising to £35,000, on completion of apprenticeship
• Contributory pension scheme
• Full training and career development opportunities
• Work in a supportive, friendly team with strong company values
• Be part of a respected British manufacturing business with over five decades of excellence

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re looking for a hands-on role where you can develop practical skills, work with cutting-edge equipment, and take pride in producing quality British-made flooring, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now by sending your CV and cover letter to paulbritton@tcoe.co.uk

Or call 07973 887206 for an informal chat.