Manufacturing and Production Apprentice – Level 2 Hours of work – 37 hours per week (usually 07:55-16:25 Mon – Thurs and 07:55 -12:55 Friday)
Hourly Rate – £4.15 Holidays – 23 days’ paid holiday per year as well as bank holidays. Your Homes Newcastle (YHN) manages homes on behalf of Newcastle City Council (NCC). As well as looking after properties, we also provide a range of services that support our customers both young and old. To find out more about what we do, visit @newsfromYHN or www.yhn.org.uk. Eligibility As part of the recruitment process, priority will be given to applicants who live in a YHN home. If you have already been employed by YHN as an apprentice or trainee unfortunately you will not be eligible to apply for this programme. About the role This role at Your Homes Newcastle (YHN) will give you an exciting opportunity to learn about, and develop skills in, working on a production line. The role will be based at our mattress factory, Palatine Beds, in Westerhope and will involve learning all aspects of the manufacturing process. This will be a great step for a career in a manufacturing environment and you will be involved in tasks such as: • Assisting with all areas in the production process • Assisting with the bagging, final inspection and transfer to storage of finished goods • Participating in the Apprenticeship training and achieving all qualifications including all in-house and mandatory training • Making sure your work area is clean and tidy at all times • Meeting health and safety standards at all times About the person We are not looking for someone with lots of experience, however you need to have an interest in working in a factory environment. We will be looking for someone who can demonstrate the following skills and behaviours: • Being motivated to develop and pass college assignments • Excellent levels of timekeeping and attendance. • Hardworking attitude and willingness to learn • Able to work as part of a team • Welcomes and listens to advice • Able to work in a professional manner in accordance with YHN’s core values. • Able to maintain and understand confidentiality.