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Manufacturing Higher Apprentice (Operations / Departmental Manager)

Employer
BAKKAVOR GROUP PLC
Location
Bakkavor Meals Cumberland, 40 Cumberland Avenue, Park Royal, NW10 7RQ
Salary
£17,500.00 annually
Closing date
20 Feb 2021

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Specialism
Engineering
Sector
Engineering & Aerospace
Role Type
Apprenticeship, Higher
Start Date
September
Duration
Permanent
What will the apprentice be doing?

This apprenticeship will give you a clear understanding of the key manufacturing processes including planning, safe machinery operation and resource management. Working in manufacturing also involves linking with other functions within the business such as Technical, Development, Finance and Human Resources so requires good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Full support and training will be provided to help you progress quickly. Depending on the site, the scheme may offer placements within a factory based role with responsibility for a team, running production lines, quality and output costs.

The work environment can be cold, and when busy will entail being inside for long periods of time. However, it is also a very positive place to work and the experience gained will be invaluable for the future.

Typical tasks include: Operating machinery, Supporting product trials, Improvement initiatives, Observing audits

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

3 x 1 week blocks each academic year for module workshops. They will then get the opportunity to put this learning into action when they return to work. There is also a soft skills development programme they will complete with the other apprentices from around Bakkavor

You will complete a Level 5 Operations/Departmental Manager standard as well as a Level 5 Higher Education Certificate in Food Manufacturing Operations

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

The expected career progression at the end of this apprenticeship is for the apprentice to become a Production Operative or Team Leader.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in English and maths + three others (Grade 9 - 4 or A*- C) Essential
A Level or equivalent in any subject: 3 A Levels (Grade A*- C) Essential

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