Multi Trades Training

Kitchen Fitter Apprenticeship

Kitchen Fitter Apprenticeship (Level 2)

At Multi Trades Training we offer an on-site kitchen fitter apprenticeship (level 2) training available in the South East and Midlands area of the United Kingdom.

Level

Typical Duration to Gateway:

24 months (this does not include EPA period)

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knowledge, skills and behaviours

KNOWLEDGE
Industry	Knowledge and understanding of general background of the furniture industry.
Organisation	Knowledge and understanding of the company you are working in. including understanding the process the manufacturing takes and how your role fits within that process.
Materials	Knowledge and understanding of industry materials. Properties and characteristics of materials used within your organisation.
Customers	Knowledge and understanding of customer expectations. Who are your customers and what are their expectations of your service and product. E.g. packaging and delivery?
Quality Standards	Know the quality standards which apply to the products and how to check that these have been met. Read and interpret specifications, drawings, cutting lists and other relevant technical information used within your organisation.
Health, Safety and Environment	Knowledge and understanding of the relevant health, safety and environmental requirements and regulations. Understand sustainability within the industry.

SKILLS
Maintain Tools & Equipment	Perform regular autonomous maintenance tasks on machinery, tools and equipment used.
Problem Solving	Identify issues quickly, solve problems and apply appropriate solutions.
Achieve quality and output targets	Carry out work to required quality standards and output targets with a high attention to detail.
Health & Safety	Comply with health, safety and environmental requirements, relevant statutory regulations and industry standards/codes of practice at all times

BEHAVIOURS
Collaboration & Adaptability	Willing to both listen and learn and to accept changing priorities and working requirements. Can work effectively with others, in a team whilst maintaining effective professional work
Time management	Time management and ability to complete work to schedule
Pride in the workplace	Organise work space for efficiency and effectiveness by identifying and storing items used, maintaining work area and sustaining order

You Will Learn How To Be Able To

Group	A
Machinery, Tools and Equipment	Set up and operate machinery, tools and equipment used to produce & fit furniture. Understand tools and equipment used
Components	Make components of furniture to specification within acceptable tolerances. Understand how and where components are used
Cutting	Use appropriate equipment to cut materials within acceptable tolerances
Joints	Understand the principles of joints used in making hand-crafted furniture
Veneers and Laminates	Select, prepare and apply veneers to items of furniture
Assembly	Assemble components of furniture. Understand the succession of assembly and why this is important
Finishing	Apply stains, sealers, basecoats and finishes to production furniture

GROUP	B
Measure and Mark Out	Measure and mark out materials to specification
Sanding	Sand materials for preparation prior to assembly, post-assembly and de-nibbing. Understand grit sizes and the process of sanding
Cramping	Position components and apply cramps to ensure products are positioned securely to specification
Fittings	Prepare and assemble components to specification, finishing and checking the assembly conforms to specifications
Gluing	Apply adhesives to components. Understand types, methods and processes involved in gluing
Jigs and Templates	Use and maintain jigs and templates for furniture production. Jigs are used for ensuring repeatability and accuracy in the production of furniture. Either hand held or mounted on workbenches.
Edge Banding	Carry out edge-banding process following standard operating procedures.
Electrical/Mechanical Fittings	Fit mechanical or electrical components to furniture
Rectification/Rework	Carry out rectification or rework. This includes assessing and repairing items
Safe Handling and Storage	Pack and store products and components following standard operating procedures. Understand and follow procedures for safe handling of products

You Will Learn How To Be Able To

Group	A
Machinery, Tools and Equipment	Set up and operate machinery, tools and equipment used to produce & fit furniture. Understand tools and equipment used
Components	Make components of furniture to specification within acceptable tolerances. Understand how and where components are used
Cutting	Use appropriate equipment to cut materials within acceptable tolerances
Joints	Understand the principles of joints used in making hand-crafted furniture
Veneers and Laminates	Select, prepare and apply veneers to items of furniture
Assembly	Assemble components of furniture. Understand the sequence of assembly and why this is important
Finishing	Apply stains, sealers, basecoats and finishes to production furniture

Group	B
Measure and Mark Out	Measure and mark out materials to specification
Sanding	Sand materials for preparation prior to assembly, post-assembly and de-nibbing. Understand grit sizes and the process of sanding
Cramping	Position components and apply cramps to ensure products are positioned securely to specification
Fittings	Prepare and assemble components to specification, finishing and checking the assembly conforms to specifications
Gluing	Apply adhesives to components. Understand types, methods and processes involved in gluing
Jigs and Templates	Use and maintain jigs and templates for furniture production. Jigs are used to ensure repeatability and accuracy in the production of furniture. These can be hand held or mounted on workbenches.
Edge Banding	Carry out edge-banding process following standard operating procedures. Edge banding is the process of applying a trim or edge to the piece of furniture to make it neat and aesthetically pleasing.
Electrical/Mechanical Fittings	Fit mechanical or electrical components to furniture
Rectification/Rework	Carry out rectification or rework. This includes assessing and repairing items
Safe Handling and Storage	Pack and store products and components following standard operating procedures. Understand and follow procedures for safe handling of products

Required Qualifications

To qualify for this apprenticeship training you will need a level 1 in English and maths and take the test for level 2 for both prior to taking the end point assessment.

For individuals with an education, health and care plan or legacy statement the minimum requirement for the apprenticeship is a level 3 in English and maths. Sign language qualifications are an alternative to the English qualification.

How Our Kitchen Fitter Apprenticeship Works

We deliver on-site construction trades training apprenticeships throughout the South East and Midlands
You will not need to attend college when undertaking apprenticeship training with Multi Trades Training, How? all assessments are on-site with our mobile training workshop and online theory lessons, this saves the apprentice a days pay a week and the improves employer availability
Our training can be tailored to the company or individuals needs, we believe that this approach is the best for both individuals
We can help you from start to finish e.g. writing a contract or sourcing funding. Our friendly and experienced team are always on hand to help you

What to Expect From Multi Trades Training

New flexible and innovative apprenticeship delivery
Deliver apprenticeships with the minimum amount of administration, form filling and fuss
Support where and when you need it
Electronic enrolment
Electronic contracts
Digital Apprenticeship Service manager
The whole apprenticeship training can be completed from your place of work