Manufacturing Higher Apprenticeship BAKKAVOR GROUP PLC
Our Higher Apprenticeship in Manufacturing is an ideal opportunity if you are interested in the different stages involved in efficient food production. It will give you a clear understanding of the key manufacturing processes including planning, safe machinery operation and resource management.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 10 Jun 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£17,500.00
Increasing to £19,500 in Year 2.
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Working week
You will initially work Monday to Friday 8.30 am - 5.00 pm, however in future there will be an element of shift working. Days and shifts are to be confirmed but may require an element of evening and weekend working depending on which team you join.
Total hours per week: 37.5
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Expected duration
2 Years
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Possible start date
04 Sep 2023
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Date posted
11 May 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Higher
Level 5 (Higher national Diploma) -
Reference number
VAC1000162681
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
You will play a crucial role in the day to day production and distribution of our quality products.
- You will gain a clear understanding of the key manufacturing processes including planning, safe machinery operation and resource and people management.
- You will forge close links with other functions within the business such as Technical, Development, Finance and Human Resources so you will require good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- You will learn how to set up and manage projects using relevant tools and techniques and understand process management.
- You will gain an understanding of business development tools (eg SWOT) and approaches to continuous improvement.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- You will attain a process leader level 4 qualification.
- 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.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
- At the end of your programme, if you have successfully completed your apprenticeship and achieved the performance targets the we have set for you, you are guaranteed a permanent role with us.
- Future career aspirations could be Team Leader, Section Manager, Factory Manager or Operations Manager to name a few.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A* - C or 9 - 4) Essential
A Level or equivalent Any subjects (Grade A - C) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
BAKKAVOR GROUP PLC
Address
Bakkavor Meals Wigan
Dobson Parkway, Manchester Road
Ince-in-Makerfield
WN2 2DX
Contact
Donna Finney
Training
Training provider
UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN
Apprenticeship standard
Operations or departmental manager
Level 5 (Higher national Diploma)
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 10 Jun 2023