Interior Trim Design Apprentice Review

As a Interior Trim Design apprentice, my job role is to learn the complete set of leather work skills from inspection, preparation and cutting, sewing, covering and assembly work. I am working within the Leather Shop and attending college on a part-time basis. Over three years, I will achieve qualifications in Modern Manufacturing and accompanying technical qualifications in Leather.
My duty is to learn various skills within the Leather Shop areas, the placements are changing every month or two, but it depends on the depth of training in each particular area.

The programme induction was very promising, and everything that was presented within induction time sounded interesting and the team build trip was a good introduction to the new career path. The mentor system is very good and supportive. Tasks delegation are clear and giving an opportunity to see all process of producing goods. Unfortunately, overall the programme is not well organised. Firstly, because I do not see the relation between college course provided with a work training. Also, because the standard of work is not clear enough and is very hard to understand what kind of knowledge you have to gain to achieve a high qualification and degree. The work standards are not set up properly so it makes it harder to understand them.

Mentors and Management are very supportive. Every time when I needed to find an answer they always were there for me and spent time to help me to solve my problems or concerns. HR Team is available online and answering is a short time. The general attitude toward supporting me is very high level.

The tutor is very polite and helpful in every aspect. However, sometimes it taking a long time to wait for the tutor to discuss a project which slowing down the working process. Only, because is one tutor for all classroom colleagues. Overall, I like the current tutor and the way how supportive the tutor is.

Qualification improved my productivity and adherence to quality standards.
Allowed me to undertake a greater variety of work. Improved ability to implement and realise specific goals outlined in a company’s business plan.
Increased ability to respond effectively to change. I definitely know more about my job, role and industry.

Yes

BMW is a wonderful environment to work in, many customers have excellent personalities. It's a busy but relaxed environment. Management is profesional. Co-workers are great people to work with. It is a company where you can develop your skills and career. But like in every production environment sometimes is difficult to level up your skills if you work on the production line and repeating the same role every day.