Manufacturing Skills Academy

The course merges theoretical and practical assessments and includes: 

• Award in Personal Development for Employability (RQF) 
• Certificate in Introduction to the Facilities Industry 
• NVQ Diploma in Performing Manufacturing Operations   
• Optional: Level 2 Award in Land Based Forklift Truck Operations (Counterbalance licence)

Various start dates available. Learners will study Monday – Friday, 9.30am – 3.30pm, for 3 weeks

(plus 1 additional week for learners choose to complete FLT Licence)

• Applicants must be aged 19+
• Must be a Tees Valley resident
• Must bring proof of benefit to enrolment session
• Applicants who have not lived in the UK or EU since birth must bring proof of residency, e.g. passport (3 years old) or residence permit.
• Hold or be working at an Entry Level 3 English standard

Learners will be assessed through a portfolio of work and practical observation.

On successful completion of the Manufacturing Academy, you can progress into a variety of roles within the manufacturing, production, warehousing and logistics sectors. Opportunities may include Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Warehouse Operative, Assembly Operative, Facilities Operative, Logistics Assistant or Forklift Truck Operator positions.

Individuals aged 19 or over who are unemployed, or currently employed and looking to retrain or upskill, may be eligible for full funding.

Employers are welcome to refer candidates onto this course. However, where the training is being undertaken to address a workforce skills gap, an employer contribution will be required

Please enquire by the clicking the ‘enquire’ button at the top of this website page and completing the form.

You can also contact our team to find out more about our bespoke employer-led programmes. Call 01642 333 378 or email adult&communitylearning@mbro.ac.uk.