UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN- JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:Lecturer in Food Manufacturing (Operations Management and Process Technology) / DEPARTMENT: National Centre for Food Manufacturing
LOCATION: Holbeach Campus / REPORTS TO:
Head of Skills and Employer Engagement
GRADE: 7 Further Education
POST NUMBER: RCH1064 / DATE: July 2012
Context / The University of Lincoln’s National Centre for Food Manufacturing supports the skills development of some 1500 food industry employees each year on a range of Apprenticeships, adult skills courses and Higher Education programmes.Our customers include many leading UK and global businesses for example Bakkavor, Premier Foods, the Produce World Group, MoyPark, QV Foods, Kerry Foods, Fountain Foods, Empire World Trade, Waitrose and Morrisons amongst others and we work in partnership with many international partners and universities.
The University’s facilities at Holbeach are some of the best of their kind in the UK. NCFM is reputed for its partnership with employers and machinery manufacturers. Employers have been pivotal in shaping the centre and its curriculum. Our food factory training facility was initiated and designed by employers and their equipment supplier partners. Now over 25 suppliers championed by PPMA (The Processing and Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Association) including Ishida, Marel, Festo, Ritall, Domino, ABB Robotics, BOC, Sharpak, Mecopack, GE Intelligent Platforms and others collaborate to bring the latest innovation to employers and students
As the majority of our students are employed in the industry in various capacities and our curriculum is championed by employer, the post holder will require excellent industry knowledge as well as sound academic credentials. We need a key individual with the skills, knowledge and passion for technology and experience in a Factory/Production Manager’srole to inspire our students and help them developthe knowledge, skills and confidence they require to embrace technology and help their businesses advance their manufacturing capability.
Ideally you will have teaching experience but we are keen to hear from industry professionals who may not be experienced teachers but are keen to pursue a career in teaching. The key requirements are an understanding of factory operations and a passion for technology and inspiring others to learn.
A member of the Apprenticeship and Skills team, the role is focussed on the delivery of underpinning knowledge for the University’s Apprenticeship provision, professional short courses and Foundation Degree students.We are also committed to working with young people to enthuse and inform them about career opportunities in the sector so supporting the engagement of young people and teachersis a feature of this role.
Note: This post is not suitable for individuals seeking to work in Higher Education and pursue a research based academic career. It is a Further Education post concerned with advancing specific vocational skills in Factory and Process Operations at all levels in partnership with employers.
Job Purpose / To work under the direction of the Head of Skills and Employer Engagement to deliver learning and teaching and undertaking course leadership and development. This post will be part of a team delivering vocational education to part time students employed in the food industry. Although primarily focused on the delivery of Further Education to include Apprenticeship, National Diploma/equivalent level courses and short courses the post holder may also be required to teach on Higher Education programmes, notably at Foundation Degree level. The post holder will require strong skills in factory operations and food processing and will play a key role in the development of this curriculum area working closely with employers in support of course developments and student progress.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching and Learning Support
  • To be responsible for teaching and assessing both the practical and theoretical components of courses including relevant Functional Skills.
  • To have responsibility for supporting students individually or collectively in their studies through tutorials and subject support sessions.
  • Undertake course coordination and leadership duties for identified courses.
  • The delivery of provision on employers’ premises and providing support for students in the workplace where required
  • Support the recruitment process, providing initial advice and guidance to students and their employers, hosting open days and other promotional events.
  • Undertake initial assessment and develop learning plans with students and the provision of tutorial support and an appropriate level of pastoral care.
  • Undertake teaching or theoretical and practical in a range of environments, which may include classroom, practical units, employers’ premises and a laboratory environment, where appropriate.
  • Contributing to the smooth running and development of the physical resource base supporting the subject area i.e. labs and the food factory

Liaison and Development
The role requires the post holder to liaise closely with colleagues within NCFM to ensure the smooth running of provision and on occasions, with colleagues from other departments and faculties i.e. in support of shared resources. Liaison with employers is a strong feature of the role and the post holder will maintain employer relationships and associated professional networks in support of students and individual self-development. The post also involves some liaison with schools.
  • Liaise and network effectively with colleagues, schools and others to enhance service standards, support for students and promote provision and the University.
  • Build productive relationships with employers in order to provide new opportunities for business and enhance the experience of employees on programmes and employer satisfaction
  • Build productive relationships with employers in order to enhance NCFM’s standing in this and aid the development of own curriculum area and other areas/disciplines as appropriate
  • Liaise closely with the campus’s HE team to ensure that skills based provision is aligned to the HE offer in order to present a cohesive offer to employers and support progression opportunities for Apprentices and FE learners
  • Undertake course and curriculum development (in partnership with employers and schools as required)
  • Develop own skills through staff development in order to enhance the course offer of the
  • Assist in the development of appropriate commercial work i.e. trials and consultancy
  • Assist in developing and publicising the work and image of Holbeach Campus, the Faculty and the University attending careers events and open days .

General
  • Undertake such administrative duties required by to satisfy the management needs of the campus, faculty, University, the SFA and HE funding councils.
  • Work effectively as a team member, making a positive contribution to the team, valuing and respecting others’ expertise and contribution
  • Have responsibilities for student welfare and safety and for providing an maintaining a healthy and safe working environment for staff and students ensuring that the University’s policies for Health and Safety , Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity and other legislative undertakings are adhered to undertake risk assessments an checks as required.
  • To confirm the understanding of Apprentices/Students during reviews of the responsibilities of employers and their own personal responsibility with respect to Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity and other legislative requirements.
  • Participate in appropriate staff review methods and in-service training based on an assessment of individual and business needs.
  • Carry out such other duties as may be appropriate to the post and the work of the University.

In addition, undertake such duties as may reasonably be requested and that are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Scope and Dimensions of The Role / Undertake course leadership duties for students on specified courses to include: Apprentices on the Production Management pathway
Teach courses, majoring on production management and the process technology e.g. business improvement, sustainable manufacturing, processing technologies but supporting the delivery of other related disciplines where required
To work closely with employers to develop and improve curriculum
To work closely with the Head of Skills and Employer Engagement and the Principal Lecturer with responsibility for the Factory to develop the capability of the resource to enhance the course offer and experience of students
Key Networks / Internal
External / Head of Skills and Employer Engagement
Academic and support team members at NCFM
Employers
Awarding Organisations
National Careers Service
Schools, collaborative partners and institutions
Author / Val Braybrooks / HRBA / Helen Fryer

UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Job Title:Lecturer in Food Manufacturing (Operations Management and Process Technology)

Post Number: RCH1064

Selection Criteria

/ Essential (E) or Desirable (D) / Where Evidenced
Application (A), Interview (I), Presentation (P); References (R)
Qualifications:
  • A degree or equivalent in Food Manufacturing or Engineering or related subject
  • Post-graduate qualification
  • Qualified in the use of IT
  • Qualified in the supervision or management of Health and Safety e.g. NEBOSH qualified
  • Other relevant qualifications relevant to production/operations management
  • Membership of Professional Bodies relevant to personal standing in production/operations management
Hold or be prepared to undertake following qualifications:
  • Prepare to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
  • A recognised teaching qualification e.g. QTLS or ATLS
  • Awards in Assessment/Verification
  • Qualified to teach other professional awards e.g.Approved tutor for CIEH or other relevant body
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Experience:
  • Industrial experience in Food Manufacturing in Production/OperationsManagement capacity
  • Experience as a member of professional networks/bodies to support of professional standing in Production/Operations Management
  • Teaching and assessing in Work-based FE
  • Curriculum development and course management in Work-based FE
  • Delivery of professional qualifications e.g. CIEH
  • Delivery and assessment of vocational qualifications and courses within the workplace
  • Delivery and assessment of Functional Skills
  • Tailoring provision to employer need
  • Supervision/Management of Health and Safety
  • Management of Safeguarding
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Skills and Knowledge:
  • High level of knowledge and practical competence and ability to teach across a range of Food Manufacturing subjects
  • Ability to teach factory/production operations and process operations
  • Confident in communication and number to support delivery of Functional Skills
  • Ability to motivate self and others
  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills
  • High standards of verbal and written communication
  • Ability to teach in the subject to Level 4
  • High level of IT literacy
  • Empathy and support for students
  • Ability to build productive partnerships with employers
  • Knowledge of work-based learning and qualifications
  • Knowledge of work-place Health and Safety
  • Knowledge of Safeguarding
  • Knowledge of Equality and Diversity
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Competencies & Personal Attributes
  • Enthusiastic with commitment to the subject area and the drive to improve
  • Solution focused and drive to succeed
  • Highly organised and able to prioritise workload
  • Projects a professional image at all times
  • Adaptable and flexible and able to work under own initiative
  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
  • Self-motivated
  • Strong team player, valuing and respecting others expertise and contribution
  • Commitment to continually updating personal knowledge and skills to increase effectiveness
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Business Requirements:
Willingness to work flexible hours to meet business needs on a regular basis
Ability to travel to employers premises (many of our employers premises are not readily accessible by public transport)
CRB clearance will be required for this post / E
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Essential Requirements are those, without which, a candidate would not be able to do the job. Desirable Requirements are those which would be useful for the post holder to possess and will be considered when more than one applicant meets the essential requirements.

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