Engineering
Lean Manufacturing Apprentice
NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED · NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Location
Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent
Postcode
ST1 5HR
Salary
£16,640 a year
Duration
1 Year 1 Month
Hours per week
40h
Positions available
1
Level
Level 2 – Intermediate
Qualification
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Start date
1 November 2026
Application deadline
30 October 2026
Posted
18 September 2024
Vacancy reference
1000277643
Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).
About the role
The successful candidate will shadow a skilled Engineer, benefiting from their many years of skill and expertise and, work towards being able to (but not limited to):
- Using various tools and machinery by following health and safety procedures at all times
- Measuring and marking of the material for cutting or drilling following design specifications
- Processing jobs from drawings
- Using Lean Manufacturing techniques to improve on workplace ability whilst developing practical skills
Other duties will include, keeping the workspace clean and tidy and other ad-hoc duties where required.
Requirements
No specific entry criteria stated in the description
Working week
Monday - Thursday 8:00am until 4:45pm. Friday 8:00am until 3:15pm.
Skills
Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailProblem solving skillsNumber skillsLogicalTeam working
Required qualifications
Desired
GCSE or equivalent · English · Grade A-C / 4
Desired
GCSE or equivalent · Maths · Grade A-C / 4
Training & development
Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative apprenticeship standard which includes:
- Level 2 Diploma in Manufacturing (knowledge and skills)
- Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
- Learning will take place in the workplace with the need to attend training with NSEGTA
Future prospects
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to progress into full-time employment following the completion of the apprenticeship and/or another apprenticeship.
About NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
North Staffordshire Engineering Group Training Association Ltd have a strong track record of working with local engineering companies for over fifty years.
The largest dedicated engineering training organisation in Stoke on Trent we pride ourselves on our unique historical links with the local engineering sector.