Production Operative Apprentice

As a Lean Manufacturing Operative for Cornwall Glass Manufacturing Ltd you will be carrying out your work safely and meeting the high quality standards set in a fast paced and well organised environment, you will be maintaining quality control by carrying out quality checks throughout the manufacturing operation to ensure standards are being kept to the same high standards.

Productively minimising waste in line with environmental systems and regulatory requirements, alongside many other manufacturing activities, including a variety of glass processing tasks you will be expected to undertake (with training).

Responsibilities will include;

Preparation of products prior to finishing Batching of jobs / orders Finishing / packing of products using protective films Assisting our Technicians on site around the local area. Maintaining Health and Safety requirements at all times Contributing, developing & supporting improvement in the manufacturing operation Process visualisation using lean principles Problem solving tools and techniques To be aware of business continuity processes via Line Manager Toughening furnace Cutting & Dispatch Basic Administration duties

Training:

Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:

All aspects of your training will be delivered on-site with your employer As an apprentice you will receive from your employer a set number of hours each week for your off the job training, this included as part of your working weekly hours Off the job training is there to help with your learning and development of the knowledge, skills and behaviors as part of your apprenticeship standard Majority of these hours will be spent on site with your mentor learning, along with having time set aside away from your normal day to day working environment for you to complete study time in which will help you with the completion of targets set by your assessor (e.g. workbooks, online learning, research, self-study) You will also have regular site visits every ten to twelve weeks from your designated assessor, who will monitor your progress throughout your apprenticeship program

Training Outcome:
Progressing into higher level jobs within the company, or the groups company in either Production or Management Apprentices will also a receive a £250 contribution to driving lessons if required after 9 months and a High Street voucher on completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Established for 45 years, Cornwall Glass Manufacturing is a family-owned business specialising in the manufacture and production of glass. Our experienced glazing teams offer professional service for Commercial, Trade, Architectural and Domestic customers. We offer the largest range of glass and mirror products in the Southwest including double and triple glazed sealed window units available with the very latest, glass innovation options. Toughened and heat-soaked glass products, painted glass splash backs and worktops. Our three manufacturing and toughening sites situated in Cornwall, Devon and Somerset, coupled with our skilled workforce enables us to provide a first class, professional service.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 17:00

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