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AstraZeneca

Science manufacturing operating technician Review

at AstraZeneca

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Manufacturing

Macclesfield

Review Submitted: May 2024

Overall Rating

3.8 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
3/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
On a day - to - day bases what I do is i run and maintain the quality of a production line to ensure high quality product is delivered from the raw material into the final insertion of the product into a shipper.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I have really enjoyed the program that i have been put on it was a great experience for me and I have been able to get involved with a variety of opportunities.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
During my time in packing i have learnt many different skills such as time management and working within a team besides that i have improved on my communication due to the environment that i work in.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
the program is well structured in places however it could use some work to it.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Excellent support has been received by employer during my apprenticeship
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
there was good support from some of the teachers from my training provider other than that it was very underwhelming
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
1/5
I feel that my qualification isn't suited very well to my job role as i haven't been able to incorporate anything i have learned at college into my job role.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
there are plenty social activities to get involved in.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?
Yes
Why?
amazing place to work allows for amazing opportunities inside and outside of the workplace and allows for development on many key skills.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AstraZeneca?
Do your research as it will help you in application and in interviews
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