Course Overview
This apprenticeship prepares you to become a Lean Manufacturing Operative, working in high-volume production environments such as automotive, engineering, food production and advanced manufacturing.
You’ll learn how to carry out manufacturing operations safely, efficiently and to exacting quality standards. Operating across multiple products and specifications, you’ll develop the skills to follow standard operating procedures while taking ownership of your processes. Lean principles, continuous improvement and quality control are central to this role. By the end of the programme, you’ll be a multi-skilled operator capable of supporting productivity, safety and performance in modern manufacturing environments.
Entry Requirements:
Maths and English at 2(E) or above
Course Highlights
Course Units
You could develop knowledge and practical skills in:
Health, safety and environmental practices (including PPE and ISO standards)
Preparing and completing manufacturing operations
Following standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Operating and resetting machinery safely
Quality control and inspection processes
Workplace organisation techniques
Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement (Kaizen)
Problem-solving tools and process improvement methods
Working effectively as part of a production team
Course Breakdown
Course Structure
You will spend one day per week at Hull College, developing your understanding of manufacturing principles, lean techniques and quality standards.
The remaining four days per week will be spent with your employer, gaining practical experience in a real production environment and applying your learning to live manufacturing processes.
Progression & Next Steps
On completion, you could progress into full-time employment with your current employer or advance into skilled manufacturing roles within engineering, production or process operations.