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Lean manufacturing operative
Level
2
Intermediate · like GCSEs
Length
1 yr
typical
Sector
Engineering and manufacturing
Pay
Paid
you earn while training
In a nutshell
Carrying out manufacturing activities on multiple products with different specifications consecutively.
What you'd do
Follow standard work instructions to complete manufacturing tasks consistently
Carry out 5S activities to keep your work area clean and organised
Identify and report waste in processes to your team leader or supervisor
Perform quality checks on parts or assemblies at agreed stages
Update production boards and visual management displays accurately
Participate in daily stand-up meetings and team problem-solving sessions
Suggest improvements and support the implementation of agreed changes
What you'd learn
Core lean principles including waste elimination, flow, and pull systems
5S workplace organisation and how to sustain a clean, ordered work area
Standard work documentation and why following set procedures matters
Visual management techniques including andon systems and production boards
Quality control methods including first-off inspections and error-proofing
Health and safety requirements in a manufacturing environment
Basic problem-solving using tools such as fishbone diagrams and 5-Why analysis
Ready to look for a place?
See live Lean manufacturing operative apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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