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Level 2

Production Operator Apprenticeship

SONE PRODUCTS LTD · Stanley

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Pay
£15,600 a year
Hours
37.5 a week
Length
15 months
Starts
2 Nov 2026
Advertised closing date
1 Nov 2026
Openings
1 position
Last checked
2 hours ago
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What you would do

Provide day-to-day production support to the manufacturing departments (Assemble, Injection Moulding, Injection Blow Moulding, following standard operation protocols, and maintaining rigorous health and safety standards. Completing thorough quality inspections on completed products, and completing documentation on all products.

Day to day

  • Following standard operation protocols, and maintaining rigorous health and safety standards, Assembly of products with a variety of hand tools used to ensure items are correctly assembled
  • Completing thorough quality inspections on completed products, and completing paperwork on all products
  • Quality inspections on a variety of products, marking defects and placing items in designated area for collection
  • Safely operate machinery to produce high quality products
  • To undertake all tasks allocated by the Manufacturing Coordinator
  • Check capping depths and ensure machines are running properly
  • General housekeeping
  • Fill up hoppers
  • Make up, pack boxes and place completed boxes on pallets
  • Complete necessary paperwork, including downtime, box sheets, booking in form and time sheets with scores
  • Inform technician (s) of any breakdowns
  • Providing cover for machines through breaks
  • Prepare for product change over
  • Return spare parts to stores
  • Clean down machines at end of shift
  • Maintain good Health & Safety and Lean Manufacturing standards

What you would study

Engineering operative (level 2)

The apprenticeship is delivered using a blended learning approach which includes workplace visits by the Training Consultant and one day per week release to Derwentside College.

Training provider: DERWENTSIDE COLLEGE

Working week

Monday - Friday 6.00am - 2.00pm or 10.00pm - 6.00am - 30 minutes break each day. Monday - Thursday 2.00pm - 10.00pm and Friday 2.00pm - 7.30pm. Monday - Thursday - 30 minute break and 20 minutes on a Friday. *See notes for full shift detail*

What you need

  • GCSE Maths & English at grade Pass/ A-C/ 9 to 4 (desired)

Skills they are looking for

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Team working

After the apprenticeship

This apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to build a broad understanding of how a plastics manufacturing business operates while gaining practical experience across a range of business functions.

The longer-term aim is to develop the apprentice into a valued and capable member of the business who can progress into a permanent position and take on increasing levels of responsibility.

Where

Stanley, North East (DH9).

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About SONE PRODUCTS LTD

SONE Products Ltd is a UK-based plastic packaging manufacturer that has been in operation for over 40 years. The company specializes in the design, manufacturing, and assembly of small plastic packs for liquids, including e-liquids and cosmetics. SONE Products is known for its exceptional customer care and has a no-compromise approach to providing market-leading products. The company's commitment to sustainability and innovation is evident in their ongoing investment in plant and machinery to support their business strategy. SONE Products Ltd is actively trading and has a registered office located in Stanley, County Durham.

Things to consider

Applicants should be 18 years old or above due to the nature of the work.

Reference 2000058014.

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