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Food & Drink Technical Operator

Level 3

Duration:

30 months

Who is this for?

Experienced Food Manufacturing Workers, Team Leaders or Supervisors

Role Summary

Technical Operators in food and drink manufacturing oversee the smooth running of advanced production machinery.

They carry out maintenance, troubleshoot faults, and ensure products meet rigorous safety and quality standards. Apprentices gain skills in engineering processes, automation, continuous improvement, and food legislation.

The role requires strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a technical mindset. Ideal for those interested in blending food production with engineering, this apprenticeship opens pathways into senior technical, maintenance, or team leader roles in manufacturing.

Throughout this course, you will learn:

Technical Expertise

Process Monitoring

Troubleshooting

Compliance

Data Recording

Efficiency Improvements

Set up, calibrate, and maintain food production machinery.

Monitor critical control points to ensure food safety.

Identify and resolve faults quickly and efficiently.

Follow health, safety, and food regulations rigorously.

Accurately log production data and support audits.

Contribute to process optimisation and product quality.

Ideal for individuals looking to grow in technical and supervisory roles in the food industry.

Technical operators are the guardians of food quality and safety.

British Food Journal

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