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Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative Course in Falmouth for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Manufacturing Courses in Cornwall.

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About this course

Free Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative course in Falmouth. Classes run at Falmouth School, full-time during the day.

This lean manufacturing operative qualification covers the core skills used on production lines. You'll study lean principles, quality control, and safe working practices. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Lean Manufacturing.

Who this course is for

This course is for students who want to continue studying Art and design after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the skills and techniques, but the A level will give you the chance to study in more depth and develop your own particular artistic strengths and interests. It will suit you if you are creative and enjoy combining theory with lots of practical work. Even if you aren't aiming for a career in art and design, this course will give you a set of transferable skills including creativity, communication and the ability to work independently which can be useful in a range of careers.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste in production.
  • You'll follow health and safety procedures in a manufacturing environment.
  • You'll carry out quality checks and identify faults in products.
  • You'll work as part of a production team to meet targets.
  • You'll use tools and equipment correctly and safely.
  • You'll understand how production processes are planned and managed.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical activities at Falmouth School. Assessment is through assignments and practical tasks linked to real manufacturing scenarios. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course. There are no written exams for this qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Falmouth School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Production operative, works on a manufacturing or assembly line.
  • Quality control inspector, checks products meet required standards.
  • Lean manufacturing operative, supports waste reduction on the production floor.
  • Warehouse operative, picks, packs, and dispatches goods.
  • Machine operator, runs and monitors production machinery.
  • Assembly operative, builds components as part of a manufacturing team.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering, a natural next step for those moving into supervisory or technical roles.
  • Level 2 NVQ in Performing Manufacturing Operations, builds on practical skills and is valued by employers.
  • Apprenticeship in Engineering or Manufacturing, combines paid work with further study at Level 3.
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