Science Manufacturing Technician: Process Operator

Level 3

Duration – 36 Months (3 years)

Location – CATCH Stallingborough or CATCH @ Appris, Bradford

CATCH Stallingborough – You will complete 12 months at CATCH full time and a further 18 months in company.

CATCH @ Appris – You will complete 2 days a week at the college in year 1, 1 day a week in year 2- and the remainder of your apprenticeship full time at a company.

Qualification – Technical certificate (0610 Level 2 and Level 3) and a level 3 NVQ in Process Industries.

End Point Assessment (EPA) – You will be assessed by regular reviews, synoptic assessment (start up/ operate/ shut down the plant), competence discussion by the apprentice portfolio and a scenario case study.

Course Content:

Knowledge and Skills:

• You will be required to work independently and within a team to conduct a start-up and shut down of a manufacturing batch or continuous process in line with appropriate Standard Operating Procedures.
• Work safely in a science manufacturing environment, understanding personal responsibility for Health, Safety and the Environment and principles of risk management.
• Control and monitor a process or plant and equipment, effectively, efficiently, and securely, and resolve problems or correct abnormal conditions.
• Complete documentation relevant to the manufacturing process including relevant calculations.
• Understand the business environment in which the company operates including personal role within the organisation, ethical practice, and codes of conduct.
• Develop and apply theoretical knowledge of relevant science and technology and its application to the required sector and job role.

Behaviours

• Communicate effectively using a full range of skills: speaking; listening; writing; body language; presentation
• Work and interact effectively within a team
• Work independently and take responsibility for initiating and completing tasks
• Understand impact of work on others, especially where related to diversity and equality
• Time management and ability to complete work to schedule
• Ability to handle change and respond to change management processes