Our client is looking to welcome an ambitious person to join their growing Manufacturing & Warehouse team in Peterlee as a Lean Manufacturing Apprentice (Tape Edger). Duties will include: Ensuring mattresses are produced to the correct specification Maintaining a safe working environment and adhering to health and safety regulations Operating machinery and production line equipment Performing quality checks and inspections to ensure finished goods are in line with quality policy Performing routine maintenance on equipment Reporting any defects or issues to management Meeting production targets and deadlines Always maintaining a clean and tidy workspace Complying with all company policies and procedures including ISO and make recommendations for continuous improvements Any other reasonable tasks as required by the management team. Required knowledge, skills and experience: Previous warehouse experience is not essential• Must be able to pass pre-employment tests including Drug & Alcohol• Flexibility in working hours during busy periods October-May, 9-5 and June-October 8-5• Ability to work in an organized manner, cleaning as you go• Team work Hours of work: 8am - 5pm Rates of pay: National Apprenticeship Wage This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Gem Partnership Ltd who are trading as a recruitment agency. To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit JobsAware, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams.