Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprentice

Bridon Bekaert

Wallsend (NE28 6TT)

Closes on Sunday 1 March 2026

Posted on 19 January 2026

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Summary

This position exists to perform all machine set-ups and operations in accordance with the Company’s health & safety, quality and other standards and regulations.

Wage

£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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For the right candidate the employer will pay a competitive wage.

Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday- Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

38 hours a week

Start date

Wednesday 1 July 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

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

Principal accountabilities shall include but not be limited to:

  • Conduct all set-up and quality operations in support of machining for self and others. Set-up and operate machines in accordance with process sheets and any other required paperwork (i.e. drawings, specifications, etc.)
  • Retrieve SOP’S from system files and follow
  • Use manufacturing paperwork to manufacture product that meets quality requirements. Inspect and verify work prior to submitting for inspection. Follow non-conforming material procedures for substandard quality issues
  • Meet time and schedule standards for assigned work
  • Correctly process work via required paperwork and MRP system
  • Advise supervision of issues that arise
  • Perform non-machine tasks when necessary: non-machine equipment operation, operations, inspections, saw-cut operations, etc.
  • Identify set-up reduction opportunities and Lean process opportunities and communicate to supervision
  • Properly use the MRP system to record job information
  • Assist supervision in workforce compliance with MRP reporting
  • Identify issues and opportunities in meeting cost requirements of assigned work
  • Understanding and utilising the following basic decision making process so quality and timely decisions will be made that are supported and understood
  • Understand your authority in the decision making process including involving those affected by the potential decision and those who have meaningful knowledge so they can contribute facts and opinions, if need be
  • Identify and understand the criteria for a successful decision and utilising the help chain (Chain of Command) to communicate pertinent information
  • Ensure operations & personal behaviour is compliant with current legislation & company procedures
  • Ensure operations & personal behavior is compliant with the company QMS and all other internal / external standards; participate in audits & reviews as required; identify areas for improvement
  • Actively participate in the development of, and support the health & safety plan
  • Participate in any site audits as required
  • From time to time may be required to work at other Bridon sites

Where you'll work

Bridon Bekaert
Western Rd
Wallsend
NE28 6TT

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

TDR TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

  • Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative qualification
  • Training schedule has yet to be agreed, details will be made available at a later date

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

maths and English (grade grade 4 minimum)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience

Other requirements

From time to time you may be expected to work at other Bridon Bekaert sites.

About this employer

We are Bridon-Bekaert The Ropes Group. We hold over 300 years of specialized experience in steel wire and synthetic ropes and cords solutions, serving thousands of customers globally. What makes us unique and valuable to you? It's a variety of elements, including: The engagement and expertise of our people: our people are at the core of our business, and it is their knowledge, experience and commitment that provide the foundation of our competitive advantage in comparison with our competitors. Our technology leadership: the combination of rope technology strength and wire technology strength will provide a platform for strong differentiation in the high-end rope markets Our ability to serve different markets: oil & gas, elevator, surface and underground mining, cranes and industrial, infrastructure, fishing, forestry, … Our global footprint: with 17 manufacturing locations around the world, we hold strong positions in the US and Europe, Latin America, Canada and Australia, and have huge growth opportunities across Asia Although we were founded recently, in June 2016, our heritage spans several centuries. It is this heritage, combined with a strong vision, purposeful goals and high impact leadership which makes us the world leader in our field.

https://www.bridon-bekaert.com/en-gb/about-us (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • Full time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TDR TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000009515.

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Closes on Sunday 1 March 2026

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.