Lean Manufacturing Apprentice

AviaConsult International; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted manufacturing company in Manchester is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Apprentice to develop skills in manufacturing operations, safety standards, and quality control. This full-time role involves on-site training, working Monday to Thursday, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements. Ideal candidates should have a keen interest in manufacturing and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare and complete manufacturing operations following SOPs.
• Maintain Health and Safety requirements and ensure safe use of equipment.
• Contribute to improvements in manufacturing processes using lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and control manufacturing operations.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure high standards.
• Attend training sessions on-site and continue learning.

Skills

Ability to follow manufacturing processes

Health and Safety awareness

Continuous improvement methods

Quality control skills

Job description

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STAX Converting is a trusted UK-based company specialising in the conversion of large and small parent reels and sheets. Our facilities in Wigan and Bolton are operated by a skilled team dedicated to ensuring your business gets the quality paper it needs.

Full‑time role for the ideal candidate.

By the end of your apprenticeship you will be expected to be able to:

• Prepare, control, contribute to and complete manufacturing operations, and follow manufacturing processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs) whilst adhering to specific safe‑working policies and procedures. Working to KPIs.
• Maintain Health and Safety requirements at all times (e.g., wearing correct personal protective equipment, correct use of equipment and tooling, safe stopping and resetting of machinery, maintaining an organised work area, and safe disposal of waste in line with environmental systems and regulatory requirements).
• Contribute, develop and support improvement in the manufacturing operation using continuous improvement methods, process visualisation using lean principles and problem‑solving tools and techniques.
• Carry out quality checks throughout the manufacturing operations to ensure quality is built in and that any defects or concerns are highlighted and dealt with in line with relevant quality standards.
• Meet the Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard.
• Attend on‑site training at the employer's location with additional pre‑screening and catch‑up sessions at Alliance Learning Horwich.

Monday - Thursday, 7:00 am – 4:30 pm.

Seniority Level

Internship

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Manufacturing

Industries: Manufacturing

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