lean manufacturing apprentice Review
at BMW Group UK
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Manufacturing
Chichester
Review Submitted: March 2025
Overall Rating
3.8 /5
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4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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
learn and perform tasks required in each department of the interior surface centre, ranging from preparing veneer to milling around the edges of the carrier
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I find it very interesting, however also exhausting. I hope that as I get used to working in this environment my stamina will improve along with my skills
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learned many new skills as well as developing existing skills during my first 6 months, I am about half way through creating a bedside cabinet at college which involved a lot of new wood work skills, and learning how materials behave and how to programme machines at work is very interesting
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
I feel my programme is quite well organised, although I may not always know where I am going for my next placement, this is someone who can tell me
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I feel I receive a good amount of support from my employer in the form of HR apprentice managers, as well as my line manager and apprentice manager for wood shop
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I feel very supported by my training supporter for lean manufacturing theory, any time I have a question or am struggling with something he always helps and supports me until I understand
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
while my college woodwork may not directly relate to what I do at work, I find it interesting and it helps me understand more about the wood the veneers are made of
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
there are seasonal quizzes themed around the season such as Christmas or easter
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I feel valued and proud to work here as the company is all about quality
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
work hard and learn as much as you can during your placements
