Injection/Compression Moulding Operative - Manufacturing Apprentice

We are seeking a motivated individual to operate our 150-ton Laudenbach presses, with occasional responsibility for injection molding presses as needed. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience producing high-quality parts using advanced molding machinery, with opportunities to expand your skills by working with other equipment across the site.

Key responsibilities include:

Operating and maintaining 150-ton Laudenbach presses and injection molding machines. Learning and applying all quality standards to ensure exceptional part production. Upholding strict health and safety protocols within the operating area. Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards to ensure a safe and efficient work environment. Collaborating closely with team members, demonstrating a proactive approach to learning and continuous improvement.

If you are a team player with a strong commitment to quality, safety, and growth, we’d love to hear from you!

Training:

This apprenticeship will primarily be based in the workplace 5 days a week, with a monthly visit from a college tutor. There may be occasional taught sessions in college, but you will be notified of these in advance. If you need to do Maths and English, you will attend college once a week for this. 

Training Outcome:

The company employes operators, engineers and managers at all levels and successful candidates have the potential to pursue further training and development should they show potential.

Employer Description:
Aldona are specialists in compression and injection moulding of rubber and plastics, including bio-degradable products with a comprehensive design and manufacturing facility based in the North East of England. We are an established company based in Peterlee, England, and have been operating for over 40 years. We’ve worked together with clients on countless products, and have been honing our design and production practices for decades in order to improve our customers experience in all fields while working with us. We pride ourselves on the support we offer, working with our clients to turn their project into a success at every step of the way. Our customers are always left satisfied when working with our award-winning team of engineers and specialists, offering the assistance needed to help turn an idea they’re passionate for into a successful product.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday 7.45am - 4.30pm. Friday - 7.45am - 12.15pm. Flexibly working shifts may be required to meet workload demands.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative