Performing Manufacturing Operations - Intermediate Apprenticeship

Course overview This framework has been designed specifically for the engineering and manufacturing sector. Manufacturing is one of the largest industries within the United Kingdom, with employers becoming increasingly aware of the penalties of ineffective and inefficient manufacturing techniques and the need to train their workforce to ensure that the manufacturing process is as efficient as possible and waste is kept to a minimum. Within the framework of improving operational performance there is the opportunity to focus upon engineering or manufacturing aspects of production. The manufacturing pathway covers skills such as; how to report and record inspection results, how to test the quality of materials and the methods of manufacturing and production. The employer together with the Learning and Skills Development Officer will select the units within the competence based element which are most applicable to their job role. Typically, individuals who are working towards the achievement of this framework have the following job roles; manufacturing process operator, maintenance operator, production inspector & assembly operator. Apprenticeships are a tested way of training either a new or existing team member. An apprenticeship will provide on-the-job training which leads to an employee gaining a nationally recognised qualification which has been developed by the Sector Skills Council. The Apprenticeship framework will include the following elements; • Performing Manufacturing Operations – Level 2 Diploma (NVQ) • Industrial Environmental Awareness – Level 2 Award • Mathematics – Level 1 • English – Level 1 • Personal Learning & Thinking Skills • Employment Rights and Responsibilities Entry requirements An employee/apprentice must be over 16 years of age with no prior level 4 qualifications or above working a minimum of 30 contracted hours per week in an appropriate occupational role