Toyota Production Apprenticeship 2025
TOYOTA MOTOR MANUFACTURING (UK) LIMITED
Derby, DE1 9TA
Closes on Tuesday 10 December
Posted on 25 October 2024
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Summary
This exciting 12-month production apprenticeship, in partnership with Burton and South Derbyshire College, will teach you the practical skills and theory necessary to become a member working on our production line. Upon completion of the programme, you will receive a Level 2 Diploma in Manufacturing and a guaranteed permanent position at Toyota.
- Annual wage
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£15,778 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Your salary will increase to £26,870 upon successful completion of the 12-month scheme.
- Training course
- Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
- Hours
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06.00 - 14.18 when working in the shop (x 4 days per week) 07.00 - 15.18 when on college days (x 1 day per week) Apprentices do not work any overtime or any weekends.
39 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 1 September
- Duration
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1 year
- Positions available
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20
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
- Being taught in our onsite Manufacturing Skills Development Centre, you will develop the skills to carry out production processes safely, efficiently and to outstanding quality.
- You will spend 1 day a week in the classroom learning theory and 4 days a week doing practical production work in a shop.
- You will undertake both classroom and on the job hand skills training, carrying out 3 different production placements in our various shops.
- To develop your teamwork, communication, and leadership skills, you will also spend time away from site on an outdoor activity residential.
- You will be taught about the Toyota Production System and our core philosophies of Continuous Improvement and Respect for People.
Where you’ll work
Toyota Motor Manufacturing (UK) Ltd.
Burnaston
Derby
DE1 9TA
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
BURTON AND SOUTH DERBYSHIRE COLLEGE
Your training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Your training plan
- Production apprentices will complete their training in our onsite Manufacturing Skills Development Centre.
- Further offsite training (transport provided) will develop teamwork, communication, and planning through an outdoor activities’ residential and community volunteer project.
- Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will gain a Level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative (LMO) Diploma and be offered a permanent production team member position at Toyota.
Apprentices without a Grade 4 or above in Maths and English GCSE will also be required to attempt a Level 2 functional skills in Maths and English alongside the LMO qualification.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English Language/Literature (grade 3)
- Mathematics (grade 3)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Other requirements
Apprentices are responsible for their own transportation to work during the apprenticeship. Apprentices must ensure they have a reliable and suitable transport method for getting to site for the start of their shift.
About this company
Since being founded in 1937, Toyota has grown into one of the world’s largest and best-known car manufacturers. We are built on fundamental values of respect for people and continuous improvement. At Toyota we believe in creating a supportive and stimulating work environment. We encourage personal and professional development through our extensive training programmes and we actively foster diversity. Each of our members share the collective belief that there is always a better way.
After this apprenticeship
- Toyota places a key emphasis on long term professional and personal development.
- The progression pathway upon completion of the apprenticeship from team member up the ranks through to section manager is clearly set out.
- You will be enrolled on various learning and development programmes throughout your career to support your progression.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BURTON AND SOUTH DERBYSHIRE COLLEGE
recruitment@toyotauk.com
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000284132.
Apply now
Closes on Tuesday 10 December
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