Packaging apprentice Review
at Nestlé
Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering
Tutbury
Review Submitted: March 2024
Overall Rating
4.2 /5
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3.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
Trialling new packaging material on production lines, creating materials for data bases, creating new packaging for new products on site and working with suppliers to achieve cost savings and improve environmental impact of the company.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy the work a lot, it's very varied and I'm given the freedom to take on extra responsibility and independence in areas. However the social aspect at the site I'm at is lacking and nearly all apprentices and apprentice events are held in a different site so I can't attend.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, I was straight out of school so have learnt loads of new skills from general workings of a large company and how a business operates to more role specific skills around knowledge of materials and processes. Also I've had opportunities to develop leadership skills, presenting and report writing.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
for the first few months it felt poorly organised and there wasn't much to do however now I'm over a year in there is lots to keep me busy and projects to work on. Planning development in accordance with your goals and course is on your own shoulders though which has positives and negatives.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
They're very supportive, I've got various people I report to who are all very understanding and helpful whenever I reach out and there are also more people in the business who are focused on looking after apprentices who are always available to talk to and have routine catch ups with you.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Quite a lot, there are bi monthly catch ups to offer support and check on your progress towards to training goals to make sure the apprenticeship is varied and giving you all the experience you require, they are also available to reach to at any time for further support if needed. They also give access to the universities student support systems which I've never used but are there if needed.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The training was part created by my employer so it is very specific to the role I'm working in, there are of course parts that are less directly related to my role or focusing on materials I don't work with but for the most part it's all relevant content.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
There are very few social activities available to get involved in and I believe due to there being an older workforce at the site i'm located in. I do get to go to quite a lot of professional networking events though such as conferences, factory visits, supplier visits and more.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Nestlé to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a huge company with loads of career development options and are sure to set you up for a good future especially if you stay within the business but also provides you with great skills and looks great on your CV if you choose to leave. There are also good benefits, pay and support systems.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Nestlé?
Just be yourself, once you get to interviews they're looking for people who will work well within the culture of nestle so as long as your passionate and friendly you're in with a good shot.
