Production and control material controller student Review

by Forvia

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    2.9
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • Right balance of enjoyment and challenege. Enjoyed the role itself as well as the people I worked wth.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I was told that I was a valued member of the team by various members of staff including the plant manager.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Everyone was extremely supportive throughout the placement

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • At the beginning of the placement I did not have enough work but I addressed this with my manager and now I have more than enough and am challenged daily.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given sole responsibility for ordering raw material for the factory as well as being a key contact for a top tier customer.

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The skills I have developed include those I can take into work as well as specific knowledge I have gained for my degree in return to uni.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Fun but serious at the right time

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • The role is clear and defined but has room for changing to suit you

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I received no training I can take outside the company

    2/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • 1/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • The company had an international graduate scheme which looks great

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • Very good I very often socialised with fellow students

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Cheap, rent can be expensive

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Newcastle nearby so very good

    5/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Near to major city with lots to do

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Manufacturing

North East

July 2015

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