Manufacturing Apprentice Review

by GSK

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.2/10

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

My job involves hands on training in a pharmaceutical manufacturing plant where I operate equipment and machinery to complete chemical processes.

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have an entire new knowledge around the working of a chemical processing plant. I have also developed my problem solving skills greatly since beginning. Along side my day-to-day work I've also been given opportunities which have developed my team work and public speaking skills.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I think my programme is great as it has equipped me for my potential future full time role and also given me various other development opportunities along the way. the only part I do not enjoy is lack of academic structure.

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme lacks a formal structure and it has often relied on myself to plan and push for development. However, in these instances I have been supported.

5/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I always receive full support from my employer when I need it and feel valued as an employee.

9/10

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

I receive fairly poor support from my college advisors. In the workplace my mentors and line manager provide good training and support and try to help with other issues.

4/10

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

The qualifications are related well to my on the job training and so give me the knowledge to perform my job better.

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

There are apprentice group activities, social groups (ie running) and yearly development trips on offer.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend GSK to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a pleasant place to work with good development opportunity and fair treatment and wages.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to GSK?

Ensure you research the job role and take your time with an online application.