Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2

INTENT:

Learners will follow a curriculum which adapts to the individual learning needs of learners who are working towards level 2. Learners will have opportunities to develop their knowledge, skills, behavior and understanding of workplace expectations. Take part in a variety of workplace experiences which actively promote problem solving, employability skills and responsibility. The main aim of this Apprenticeship is to develop the skills learners need to engage to progress further in work or access higher level learning. Learners will increase their development in areas such as: Vocational Skills and workplace understanding

• Responsibility for own work and self-development
• Independent learning and research
• Motivation to succeed
• Employability Skills
• Accessing CIAG internally and externally Development of these skills will help prepare them to be able to participate with confidence in future job opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS: EAL Level 2 Diploma in Manufacturing (knowledge and skills) 603/3589/0

Functional Skills English & Maths

End-Point Assessment

No other qualification can be completed within this standard

CORE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Health & Safety
• Environmental
• Production
• Lean Manufacturing Operations
• Quality Control e.g: IS09002
• Problem Solving
• Continuous Improvement
• Communication
• Workplace Organisation Dependent on the employing organisation the qualification will be tailored to 1 of 4 different roles. Additional knowledge and skills will be developed within these routes.

BEHAVIORS:

• Punctual, reliable and takes responsibility for their own actions.
• Show respect for others, having regard for diversity and equality.
• Respond positively to change in the working environment.Integrates within the team and supports others.
• Can work independently and effectively in challenging situations.
• Maintains quality of work under pressure.
• An open and honest communicator.
• Listens to other peoples opinions.
• A positive and respectful attitude.
• Follows instructions and guidance and demonstrates attention to detail.
• Seeks opportunities to develop and adapt to different situations, environments or technologies.

ASSESSMENT:

Each month you will be expected to learn something new.

• Learning will take place both on and off the job
• You will work with a workplace mentor to learn on the job
• Your Tutor will meet with you at regular intervals
• Quarterly, you will officially review your progress
• You will be invited to Masterclass

COURSE CONTENT

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.

They will be required to prepare, control, contribute to and complete manufacturing operations, and follow manufacturing processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs) whilst adhering to specific safe working policies & procedures.

A Lean Manufacturing Operative will be responsible for maintaining Health and Safety requirements at all times e.g. wearing correct Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) correct use of equipment and tooling, safe stopping and resetting of machinery, maintain an organised work area e.g. 5s (Sifting, Sorting, Sweeping, Spick & Span and Sustain) ensuring the safe disposal of waste in line with environmental systems and regulatory requirements (ISO 14001).

They will be required to contribute, develop and support improvement in the manufacturing operation using continuous improvement methods, kaizen tools, process visualization using lean principles and problem solving tools and techniques.

They will be responsible for carrying out quality checks throughout the manufacturing operations to ensure quality is built in and that any defects or concerns are highlighted and dealt with in line with relevant quality standards (ISO 9002).

They will work closely with stakeholders and will have clear reporting lines to ensure appropriate escalation e.g. team leader, line leader,process leader, supervisor etc. should problems occur within the process.

As an apprentice Lean Manufacturing Operative, you will learn the role as you achieve your apprenticeship.

WHAT IS THE PROGRESSION?

Team Member Production; Manufacturing Production Operative; Manufacturing Assembly Operative; Manufacturing Inspection/Quality Assurance Operative; Manufacturing Logistics Operative; Manufacturing Material Handling Operative; Manufacturing Process/Finishing Operative.

ENTRY & DURATION:

Entry Requirements: Individual employers will set the selection criteria for their Apprenticeships. Duration of Apprenticeship: Typically 12 to 18 months