Manufacturing Apprentice

The Apprenticeship Guide; Bourne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fresh prepared food industry is offering a Manufacturing Higher Apprenticeship in Bourne. This program will provide comprehensive training in food production processes, equipment operation, and resource management, with robust career progression opportunities upon successful completion.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ to apply.
• Essential GCSEs in English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the production and distribution of food products.
• Learn about key manufacturing processes including machinery operation.
• Work effectively with teams across the business functions.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Team working

Education

GCSE English (Grade A* – C or 9 – 4)

GCSE Maths (Grade A* – C or 9 – 5)

A Level Any subjects (Grade A – C)

Job description

• 01/09/2025
• £20,670
• Apprenticeship - Higher apprenticeship: level 4
• BOURNE Bourne, PE10 0AT
  
  

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Manufacturing Apprentice - Job Ref: Higher Manufacturing - Bourne

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.

Application Closing date 23 March 2025

Apprenticeship Summary

Annual wage

£20,670

Increasing to £23,670 in Year 2.

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

Expected duration

2 years

Possible start date

01 Sep 2025

Date posted

WC 10/02/2025

Apprenticeship level

Higher Level 4

What will the apprentice be doing?

You will have 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 Level 4 Process Leader Apprenticeship Standard with further progression encouraged up to Degree Level.
• 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.
• You will also take part in a soft skills development programme.
  
  

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 that 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

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience
  
  

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A* – C or 9 – 4) essential
• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A* – C or 9 – 5) essential
• A Level or equivalent Any subjects (Grade A – C) desirable
• Age requirement is 18+
  
  

Things to consider

The work environment can be cold and noisy (for which PPE will be provided) and 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 and will give you your ‘first steps’ into manufacturing.

About The Employer

We're the biggest name you've never heard of! You've probably eaten our food- you just didn't realise it. Because as global leaders in the fresh prepared food industry, we create innovative products, including meals, soups, dips, salads, desserts, pizzas and bread for customers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose in the UK. We're ambitious. We're full of ideas and we're ready for more people who share our passion for quality food to join us. Bakkavor is the leading provider of fresh prepared food in the UK, with a growing international presence in the US and China. We are number one in the UK in the four product categories of meals, salads, desserts, and pizza & bread, providing high-quality, fresh, healthy, and convenient food. We have over 19,000 employees, our headquarters are in London and we have 23 factories in the UK, 5 in the US and 9 in China.

Training

Training provider

UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN

Apprenticeship standard

Level 4 Process Leader

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https://app.fierileadership.com/earlycareers-apprenticeships/

Job Ref: Higher Manufacturing - Bourne

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