Injection/Compression Moulding Operative - Manufacturing Apprentice
ALDONA SEALS LTD
Peterlee (SR8 2LT)
Closes in 18 days (Friday 27 June 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 9 June 2025
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Summary
We are currently seeking a motivated & enthusiastic Manufacturing Operative Apprentice. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards a recognised qualification in manufacturing. The successful candidate will assist in the setup & operation of injection & compression moulding machines.
- Wage
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£15,600 a year
- Training course
- Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday - Thursday 7.45am - 4.30pm. Friday - 7.45am - 12.15pm. Flexibly working shifts may be required to meet workload demands.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 14 July 2025
- Duration
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1 year
- Positions available
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2
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
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!
Where you'll work
Unit A
1 Brindley Road South West Industrial Estate
Peterlee
SR8 2LT
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
EAST DURHAM COLLEGE
Your training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
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Your training plan
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.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4 / C and above)
- Maths (grade 4 / C and above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
About this company
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.
After this apprenticeship
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.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
EAST DURHAM COLLEGE
Emma Norbury
emma.norbury@eastdurham.ac.uk
01915185587
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000324794.
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Closes in 18 days (Friday 27 June 2025 at 11:59pm)
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