Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship
Falmouth Marine School - as required
1 year – 3 month EPA period
Work-based
Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship
The Manufacturing Industry offers an exciting and varied career both in the UK & abroad providing a broad spectrum of opportunities for people to work in a technically advanced and innovative environment.
Businesses within the sector range from small family run manufacturing operations to large multi-national companies driving the countries growth & wealth.
The UK’s Manufacturing Industry is highly regarded worldwide for its innovation and manufacturing excellence and requires a high degree of skill & knowledge across all levels of their organisations.
A Lean Manufacturing Operative will be expected to carry out their work safely and meet the exacting quality standards demanded in a fast paced and efficient processing environment and develop into a multi-skilled operator through process ownership. A lean manufacturing operative can be required to carry out manufacturing activities on multiple products with different specifications consecutively e.g. automotive manufacturing – Multi models manufacturing results in the manufacturing of different models of vehicle with different specification variants within a high volume environment.
What you will learn
This course equips students with essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours required for a career in lean manufacturing. It covers health & safety, environmental compliance, production roles, quality control, problem-solving, continuous improvement, communication, and workplace organization.
Key Area You’ll Study:
1. Health & Safety: Understand and comply with relevant safety regulations and practices.
2. Environmental Compliance: Adhere to environmental standards like ISO 14001.
3. Production Efficiency: Meet customer demands through lean principles like Just in Time (JIT).
4. Lean Manufacturing Operations: Follow and develop standard operating procedures.
5. Quality Control: Monitor processes and ensure adherence to quality standards like ISO 9002.
6. Problem Solving: Use data and tools to address and resolve production issues.
7. Continuous Improvement: Apply lean tools such as kaizen to improve processes.
8. Communication: Share information effectively through various methods.
9. Workplace Organization: Maintain a safe and efficient work environment using 5S methodology.
10. Core Behaviours: Develop key professional behaviours including punctuality, reliability, teamwork, and adaptability.
Specialist Job Roles:
• Production/Assembly: Follow assembly procedures, ensure quality, and handle production issues.
• Inspection/Quality Assurance: Conduct inspections, handle samples, and maintain quality standards.
• Logistics/Material Handling: Manage material transfers, ensure safety, and maintain equipment.
• Production Processing/Finishing: Operate equipment, follow procedures, and ensure product quality.
Entry requirements
Individual employers will set the selection criteria for their Apprenticeships.
Apprentices without Level 1 (or equivalent) in English and maths must ensure that apprentices achieve Level 1 and take the test for Level 2 prior to taking the end-point assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement the apprenticeships English and maths minimum requirement is Entry Level 3 and British Sign Language qualification are an alternative to English qualifications for whom this is their primary language.
Assessment
Portfolio of evidence followed by an Observation and a Professional discussion
Falmouth Marine School
With a modern campus in the centre of Falmouth and boat workshops on the waterfront, studying at Falmouth Marine School is joyous. Few colleges in the country can boast the exceptional experience you will have, whether it’s studying to become the next marine scientist, marine engineer, boatbuilder, or watersports industry expert. There is a special, friendly and dynamic atmosphere on campus, which is backed up by a supportive and highly knowledgeable team. It’s no surprise that our alumni always recommend Falmouth Marine School to have your #careercollege experience.
Key Area You’ll Study:
1. Health & Safety: Understand and comply with relevant safety regulations and practices.
2. Environmental Compliance: Adhere to environmental standards like ISO 14001.
3. Production Efficiency: Meet customer demands through lean principles like Just in Time (JIT).
4. Lean Manufacturing Operations: Follow and develop standard operating procedures.
5. Quality Control: Monitor processes and ensure adherence to quality standards like ISO 9002.
6. Problem Solving: Use data and tools to address and resolve production issues.
7. Continuous Improvement: Apply lean tools such as kaizen to improve processes.
8. Communication: Share information effectively through various methods.
9. Workplace Organization: Maintain a safe and efficient work environment using 5S methodology.
10. Core Behaviours: Develop key professional behaviours including punctuality, reliability, teamwork, and adaptability.
Specialist Job Roles:
• Production/Assembly: Follow assembly procedures, ensure quality, and handle production issues.
• Inspection/Quality Assurance: Conduct inspections, handle samples, and maintain quality standards.
• Logistics/Material Handling: Manage material transfers, ensure safety, and maintain equipment.
• Production Processing/Finishing: Operate equipment, follow procedures, and ensure product quality.
Apprentices without Level 1 (or equivalent) in English and maths must ensure that apprentices achieve Level 1 and take the test for Level 2 prior to taking the end-point assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement the apprenticeships English and maths minimum requirement is Entry Level 3 and British Sign Language qualification are an alternative to English qualifications for whom this is their primary language.
Falmouth Marine School
With a modern campus in the centre of Falmouth and boat workshops on the waterfront, studying at Falmouth Marine School is joyous. Few colleges in the country can boast the exceptional experience you will have, whether it’s studying to become the next marine scientist, marine engineer, boatbuilder, or watersports industry expert. There is a special, friendly and dynamic atmosphere on campus, which is backed up by a supportive and highly knowledgeable team. It’s no surprise that our alumni always recommend Falmouth Marine School to have your #careercollege experience.
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- Location - Falmouth Marine School
- Start Date - As required
- Tuition Fees: £0.00*
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