Operations Manager Review

by Cummins

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.4/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Day to day management of a factory which manufactures parts for the automotive industry. I'm also Chief of Staff for the senior leadership team.

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes. My leadership skills have improved, particularly in theoretical areas that back up my practical knowledge. I've also gained a much greater understanding on organizational culture which has helped me to make improvements in the workplace to improve employee engagement and satisfaction.

    8/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I enjoy most of the content.

    8/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • It's usually well organised. I appreciate the difficulties involved in getting a large group of people from different areas together in the same place at the same time. The Exec team do a good job.

    9/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • I receive good support from my employer.

    9/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • I receive good support.

    7/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • Most of the qualification helps me to perform better, particularly in organisation / culture / strategy areas.

    10/10
  • 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.)

    • None that I'm interested in.

    8/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Cummins to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • It's a great place to work. The culture and opportunities are the best I've known in nearly 40 years of work.

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

    • Come and join us and grasp the opportunities available to grow and develop your career.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Manufacturing

Darlington

May 2024

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