Manufacturing Apprentice 2 Shift

Husqvarna Newton Aycliffe are looking to recruit a number of Manufacturing Apprentices on a starting salary of £24,619.32, to specialise in production of batteries.

We are looking for people who will play a key role in the future of the company and want to develop a career within Husqvarna as multi skilled operator.
This is an exciting 12-month opportunity of developing skills in Lean Manufacturing with the opportunity of developing a long-term career in the organisation. The ideal candidate will be hard working, motivated to do well and have a desire to gain a permanent contract with Husqvarna, after successful completion of the 12-month training programme.

Knowledge and Experience Required
• Previous experience carrying out high volume and repetitive tasks or able to demonstrate the ability to carry out such task is preferred.
• To be aware of company’s procedures and follow them accordingly, specifically ensuring that Health and Safety is of paramount importance. Previous ESD control knowledge/experience would be advantageous.
• Displays good time efficiency and supports the team to achieve targets
• Dependable and flexible individual able to follow instructions well and be willing to adapt to company requirements.
Behaviours Required
• High standard of commitment to stay focused on the task at hand and be self-motivated
• Possess a positive attitude whilst demonstrating flexibility while performing under pressure.
• Proactively seek to take responsibility for their own development to succeed within the role.
• Be able to build rapport and work successfully within a small team to achieve the objectives of the role as set by the line leader.
Qualifications Required
• Functional Skills Maths and English Level 1 or GCSE grades A- C / 4 or above.
Hours of work
• 39 Hours
• 2 shift pattern.
• Overtime may also be required on occasion, including weekends.
Lean Manufacturing Operative (LMO) Apprenticeship
• A Lean Manufacturing Operative will be expected to carry out their work safely and meet the standards demanded in a fast-paced working environment. The LMO course is a fantastic opportunity to develop new skills, knowledge and behaviours.
• Full-time work-based learners will spend 12 months on-programme working towards the apprenticeship standard.
• You will be expected to undertake coursework and improvement activities throughout the duration of the course as part of your off-the-job training.
• You will be allocated mentor within the workplace.
• Learners without English & Maths at a level 2 must achieve a level 2 whilst enrolled on the course.
This vacancy is being advertised of behalf of GEM Partnership Ltd who are operating as an Employment Business.

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