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Manufacturing Manager Review

at Ourvita Laleham Health and Beauty

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Manufacturing

Alton, Hampshire

Review Submitted: May 2026

Overall Rating

3.6 /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!

3.5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3.6/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

4/5
Managing a team of 20 people including operators, cleaners, administrators and team leaders.
Working in projects to improve the department's KPI's.
Addressing any health and safety or quality concerns in a timely manner to achieve best resolution.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

3/5
I have learned a lot through this programme, including how to manage projects which is something that I struggled with before.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

4/5
Yes, I have learned how to better manage projects and have also improved my negotiation skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

4/5
It is well organised; I am given the time to complete any work and I have my regular visits with my assessor for support and guidance.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

3/5
If I ever have any questions I will think about who the best person to and I have never been let down. Everyone is always happy to help.

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

4/5
My training provider is very supportive and it helps that we also have a great relationship.

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

4/5
It absolutely helps me to perform better. All the units that we have covered are definitely relevant to my 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.)

3/5
There are extra curricular activities which I try to get involved with as much as possible.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Ourvita Laleham Health and Beauty to a friend?

Yes

Why?

Because I like the culture here (when compared to my previous employer).
As long as we do what we're supposed to be doing, we're ok.

What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Ourvita Laleham Health and Beauty?

To work hard and keep an open mind at all times and have a strong continuous improvement mindset.
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