Glass Processor Apprentice
Dellner Glass Solutions Limited
Consett (DH8 7RS)
Closes in 23 days (Sunday 8 November 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 15 October 2026
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Summary
Start your career with Dellner Glass Solutions as a Glass Processor Apprentice. Working within our Production Team, you'll learn a range of glass processing techniques in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Full training, support and development opportunities will help you build valuable skills and a rewarding long-term career.
- Wage
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£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
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You will not be required to work Fridays on a standard working week.
- Training course
- Engineering operative (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday
7am until 5pm.
Inclusive of a 30-minute paid lunch break.
Hours may vary depending on age of the candidate
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 4 January 2027
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- 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
As a Glass Processor Apprentice, you will receive structured training and hands-on experience across a range of manufacturing processes, including:
- Cutting glass using semi-automatic cutting equipment
- Operating glass washing machinery and handling glass safely through the production process
- Manufacturing sealed units, including sealing and assembly techniques
- Filling spacer bars and applying edge tape to sealed units
- Learning glass lamination processes and quality standards
- Reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Carrying out quality inspections and using quality control systems
- Safe operation of forklift trucks (training and certification provided
- Understanding health, safety, environmental and quality requirements within a manufacturing environment
- Developing teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills
- Supporting production activities across different areas of the business to broaden experience
- Learning specialist glass bonding techniques as part of your development programme
- Opportunity to travel overseas for specialist training in advanced bonding processes
This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to gain valuable manufacturing skills while working towards a recognised qualification within a growing and innovative business.
Where you'll work
Unit 10
Leadgate Industrial Estate, Lope Hill Road
Consett
DH8 7RS
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
DERWENTSIDE COLLEGE
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, environmental compliance procedures and systems and other relevant guidelines
- Identify and deal appropriately with any risks, hazards, hazardous situations and problems that may occur within the engineering environment within the limits of their responsibility
- Demonstrate effective communication skills which include oral, written, electronic
- Complete appropriate documentation accurately, efficiently and legibly using the correct terminology where required
- Obtain and follow the correct documentation, specifications and work instructions in accordance with time constraints and the roles and responsibilities identified for the engineering activities, extracting the necessary data/information from specification and related documentation
- Select and use appropriate tools, equipment and materials to carry out the engineering operation
- Deal appropriately with any problems that may occur within the manufacturing environment within the limits of their responsibility
- Work efficiently and effectively at all times maintaining workplace organisation and minimising waste
- Carryout fault location on appropriate equipment using suitable maintenance diagnostic techniques
- Carryout maintenance activities in line with work instructions
- Carryout tests on the maintained equipment in accordance with test schedule/defined test procedures
- Follow appropriate completion activities and restore equipment to service by replacing or repairing components
- Plan the mechanical manufacturing operation before they start
- Mount and set the required workholding devices
- Produce individual components, sub-assemblies or completed assemblies using mechanical manufacturing techniques
- Carryout quality checks during and after mechanical manufacturing operations
- Wire and terminate different types of cabling e.g. single core, multi core, screened, fire resistant, armoured, etc.
- Assemble and test a range of electrical components e.g. component panels, isolator switches, fuses, circuit breakers, contactors, relays, rail mounted terminal blocks, etc.
- Assemble and test a range of electronic components e.g. resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, etc.
- Follow appropriate completion activities and restore equipment/system to service after the assembly and testing has been completed
- Shape the materials using the appropriate methods and techniques
- Join the materials using the appropriate methods and techniques
- Produce components which meet the specification requirements
- Carryout quality checks during and after the fabrication activities
- Plan the materials, processing or finishing operation before they start
- Prepare equipment, tooling, materials, etc. and complete set up activities before carrying out the materials, processing or finishing operation
- Carry out the material, processing or finishing operation in line with specific safe working practices and specification requirements
- Carryout quality checks during and after the materials, processing or finishing operation
- Plan the technical support operation before they start
- Prepare equipment, tooling, materials, etc. and complete set up activities before carrying out the technical support
- Carry out the technical support operation in line with specific safe working practices and specification requirements
- Carryout quality checks during and after the technical support operation
Training schedule
The training will be delivered using a blended learning approach of face to face delivery in the workplace, virtual meetings and 1 day per week college release to Derwentside College.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
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
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
Other requirements
As this role involves working in a manufacturing facility, candidates should be comfortable:
- Standing for extended periods
- Handling glass products safely
- Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Working in accordance with strict health and safety procedures
About this employer
Dellner Glass Solutions is a leading UK manufacturer and glazing specialist, providing high-performance glass and fabrication solutions for the global transport, architectural, security and defence sectors.
With manufacturing facilities in Consett, County Durham, Tamworth, Staffordshire and a specialist operation in Milton Keynes, the business combines extensive industry expertise with advanced production capabilities to deliver bespoke solutions that protect people, assets and infrastructure. Part of the international Dellner Group, a privately owned industrial organisation with over 1,000 employees and operations in more than 30 locations worldwide, Dellner Glass Solutions benefits from global resources while maintaining a strong local presence and commitment to UK manufacturing.
At Dellner Glass Solutions, our success is built on innovation, teamwork, quality and a commitment to continuous improvement. We invest in our people, develop talent from within, and provide opportunities for employees to grow their careers in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Whether working in manufacturing, engineering, operations or business support functions, our employees play a vital role in delivering industry-leading solutions to customers worldwide.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to secure a permanent position within the Production Team and continue developing specialist manufacturing skills.
Future career opportunities could include:
- Qualified Glass Processor
- Senior Glass Processor
- Specialist Laminating or Bonding Technician
- Team Leader or Production Supervisor
- Quality Technician
- Manufacturing or Process Engineer (with further study and development)
Apprentices will gain valuable experience across multiple glass processing operations, including specialist bonding techniques, and may have the opportunity to undertake further qualifications and training as their career progresses.
At Dellner Glass Solutions, we are committed to developing talent from within and supporting employees to build long-term careers within our growing business.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
DERWENTSIDE COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059392.
Apply now
Closes in 23 days (Sunday 8 November 2026 at 11:59pm)