Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £8.00 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday
Apprenticeship: Lean Manufacturing Operative

The Opportunity

Are you looking to start a career in manufacturing and production while gaining a recognised qualification?

We are recruiting for a Processing Apprentice to join a well-established manufacturing business in Newcastle upon Tyne. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, hands-on work and wants to learn how products move through a busy production environment.

You do not need previous manufacturing experience. We are looking for someone with the right attitude who is reliable, willing to learn and keen to build a long-term career.

Alongside your day-to-day role, you will complete a Lean Manufacturing Apprenticeship, developing skills that you can use throughout your career in manufacturing, production and operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your duties will include:

• Supporting the day-to-day processing and production of products
• Preparing materials and products ready for different stages of production
• Operating equipment and machinery safely following full training
• Checking products to ensure quality standards are maintained
• Packing, labelling and preparing finished products
• Following production schedules and instructions
• Keeping your work area clean, safe and organised
• Following health and safety and food hygiene procedures
• Working efficiently to help the team meet production targets
• Identifying ways of reducing waste and improving processes
• Supporting colleagues across the production environment
• Completing relevant production records and paperwork

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Is reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Enjoys practical and hands-on work
• Is comfortable working in a busy production environment
• Has good attention to detail
• Can follow instructions and procedures
• Works well as part of a team
• Is willing to learn and take on new responsibilities
• Has a positive attitude towards work
• Is interested in developing a career within manufacturing

Previous experience is not essential as full training will be provided.

The Apprenticeship

As part of the role, you will work towards a Lean Manufacturing qualification.

The apprenticeship will help you understand how a successful manufacturing environment operates, including:

• Lean manufacturing principles
• Production and processing techniques
• Quality control
• Health and safety
• Workplace organisation
• Continuous improvement
• Problem-solving
• Reducing waste and improving efficiency
• Teamwork and communication

You will be able to put what you learn into practice in your job while receiving ongoing support throughout your apprenticeship.

What’s On Offer?

• £8.00 per hour
• Monday to Friday working
• Full training and support
• A recognised apprenticeship qualification
• Hands-on experience with an established employer
• The opportunity to develop valuable manufacturing and production skills
• Potential for long-term progression for the right person

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to get their foot in the door with an established business, gain practical experience and build a career within manufacturing and production.