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Production apprentice Review

at Saica Paper UK Ltd

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Manufacturing

Manchester

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

4.8 /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
4.6/5 - 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
We conduct basic operations and perform checks to ensure smooth production
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
really enjoy the role

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
lots of new skills, it was a new industry to me so all skills are new skills

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
well organised between work and college
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
plenty of support
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
A fair amount, a few teething issues as its a new course
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
the course doesnt link to my industry in particular but there are elements that link
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
shift socials once every 2/3 months

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Saica Paper UK Ltd to a friend?
Yes
Why?
good place to work and good shift pattern
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Saica Paper UK Ltd?
its very good, just research the company before applying
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