Summary
Join our growing glass processing team as a Lean Manufacturing Apprentice. Gain hands-on experience manufacturing sealed units, mirrors, laminated and single glazing products while earning a recognised qualification. Develop practical skills, work with experienced colleagues and build a long-term career in manufacturing.
What you will do at work
You will learn:
As a Lean Manufacturing Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced members of our production team and receive full training in all aspects of our glass processing operation. Your day-to-day duties will include:
- Assisting with the manufacture of sealed units, mirrors, laminated glass and single glazing products.
- Learning to safely operate glass processing machinery and equipment under supervision.
- Measuring, handling and inspecting glass to ensure products meet quality standards.
- This role will include glass cutting.
- Preparing finished products for dispatch via our own delivery fleet and pallet distribution network.
- Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area in line with Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.
- Following production schedules and work instructions to meet customer deadlines.
- Completing quality checks and reporting any defects or issues.
- Learning about stock control, material handling and warehouse operations.
- Working closely with colleagues across production and logistics as part of a busy manufacturing team.
- Taking part in continuous improvement activities to help reduce waste, improve efficiency and support business performance.
Completing your Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative apprenticeship, including off-the-job training and workplace assessments. Throughout the apprenticeship, you will develop practical manufacturing skills, gain a recognised qualification and build the knowledge needed for a long-term career within the glass processing industry.
Training
The successful candidate will work towards a Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship Standard. Training will be delivered through a combination of practical, on-the-job learning at our glass processing facility and off-the-job training with our apprenticeship training provider. The apprentice will be supported by an experienced workplace mentor throughout the programme.
Training will include:
- Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
- Safe working practices and health & safety.
- Manufacturing processes and quality assurance.
- Team working, communication and problem-solving.
- Efficient production techniques and waste reduction.
The apprentice will attend one day per week (or as agreed with the training provider) for off-the-job training at the provider’s training centre or online, with the remainder of the week spent gaining practical experience in the workplace.
On successful completion of the programme, the apprentice will achieve the Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship Standard.
Requirements and skills
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Glass Cutting
Qualifications
- GCSE English (4 / C) – essential
- GCSE Maths (4 / C) – essential
- GCSE Design & Technology, Engineering or Science (4 / C) – desired
- IT Skills IT (Basic Knowledge) – desired
About this employer
A&E Glazing has grown from a one man sole trader to an extensive workforce of passionate and highly skilled workers. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and eagerness to provide the best service possible.
After this apprenticeship
Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent position within our manufacturing team. As skills and experience develop, there will be opportunities to progress into specialist glass processing roles, machine operation, quality control, warehouse and logistics, or team leader positions. We are committed to developing our employees and supporting long-term career progression within the business through further training and development.