Manufacturing Apprentice Review

by AstraZeneca

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.9/10

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

Gaining experience in AstraZeneca's manufacturing plants including sterile production, packing and warehouse, supporting different teams whilst learning about the company's policies and core values along with critical GMP and health and safety.

10/10

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

Countless manufacturing and technology skills. Dress disciplines including aseptic. Critical GMP and SHE skills.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I love the fact that I am moving around different area picking up new skills and learning new processes. It is a great company to work for and I genuinely enjoy being in the workplace.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well organised and structured.

8/10

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

I couldn't ask for more support.

10/10

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

My training provider is very helpful

8/10

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

I think it is very helpful

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.)

Not so many due to COVID

7/10

9a. Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a great place to work and all work is for a great cause.

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

Definitely do it, and make sure they know how much you would like to work for them and why