Moulding Apprentice

GEM PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

Newton Aycliffe (DL5 6UP)

Closes in 28 days (Friday 31 October 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 3 October 2025

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Summary

The foundation Engineering and Manufacturing Apprenticeship is the perfect first step for anyone looking to build a career in Husqvarna. This programme gives you the chance to earn while you learn, gaining real workplace experience alongside structured learning.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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15% shift allowance for night shift

Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Hours
Days - Monday to Friday 07:00 - 15:30 Nights - Monday to Friday 22:30 - 07:00 - rotational OR Twilight - Monday to Friday 15:30 - 22:30 Overtime may also be required on occasion, including weekends.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 24 November 2025

Duration

8 months

Positions available

6

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

  • Perform a wide range of production related tasks, whilst maintaining the highest levels of quality and efficiency
  • Follow standard operation procedures on a busy moulding machine which would include running some automation and working with a MRP/ERP system
  • Work within a fast-paced, demanding, team-orientated environment, aiming to achieve and exceed targets

Where you'll work

Husqvarna
Preston Road
Newton Aycliffe
DL5 6UP

Training

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

Training provider

GEM PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

Training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

Manufacturing Operative (LMO) Level 2 Apprenticeship:

  • The moulding apprentice will be expected to carry out their work safely and meet the standards demanded in a fast-paced working environment. The LMO course is a fantastic opportunity to develop new skills, knowledge and behaviours
  • Full-time work-based learners will spend 8 months on-programme working towards the Lean Manufacturing apprenticeship standard
  • You will be expected to undertake coursework and improvement activities throughout the duration of the course as part of your off-the-job training
  • You will be allocated a mentor within the workplace

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English Language (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

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

Skills

  • Team working
  • Flexible
  • Positive Attitude
  • Motivated
  • Good time keeping
  • Enjoys a challenge

Other requirements

Husqvarna are seeking dedicated and highly motivated individuals to join their dynamic onsite team.

About this employer

GEM are looking to recruit a number of manufacturing apprentices to work with our client based in Newton Aycliffe.

After this apprenticeship

This apprenticeship will teach practical skills via hands-on experience and will lead to a recognised qualification that could set you up for progression to a higher apprenticeship or specialist pathways. 

You will be a vital member of the production team at Husqvarna and successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent position with the company as they are keen to develop individuals to work across their departments in engineering, automation, robotics and advanced manufacturing. 

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

GEM PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

Jen Dunthorne

jen.dunthorne@gem-training.com

07848456359

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000215129.

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Closes in 28 days (Friday 31 October 2025 at 11:59pm)

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