Key information

  1. Status: Approved for delivery (available for starts)
  2. Reference: ST1338
  3. Version: 1.0
  4. Level: 3
  5. Options: Electrode technician, Cell assembly technician, Formation, ageing and testing technician, Module and pack technician
  6. Typical duration to gateway: 36 months
  7. Typical EPA period: 3 months
  8. Maximum funding: £24000
  9. Route: Engineering and manufacturing
  10. Date updated: 04/12/2023
  11. Approved for delivery: 30 November 2023
  12. Lars code: 743
  13. EQA provider: Ofqual
  14. Example progression routes:
  15. Review: this apprenticeship will be reviewed in accordance with our change request policy.

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Overview of the role

Prepare for and conduct processes in one stage of cell or battery manufacture.

Occupation summary

Battery manufacturing technicians are found in the process manufacturing sector, producing cells and batteries.

Cells and batteries store chemical energy and convert it to electrical energy. A cell is a single unit, whereas two or more cells is a battery. They are used in transport - micro-mobility such as scooters and bikes, cars, vans, lorries, buses, trains, planes, and ships. Domestic applications such as power walls. Power industry grid balancing facilities. Mobile phones and laptops and many more. Batteries play a key role in the environmental agenda, providing storage for renewable energy generation and power to electric vehicles.

This is a core and options apprenticeship. An apprentice must be trained and assessed on the core and one option relevant to their role. The options are:

  • Option 1. Electrode technician
  • Option 2. Cell assembly technician
  • Option 3. Ageing, formation and testing technician
  • Option 4. Module and pack technician

Battery manufacturing technicians prepare for and conduct processes in one stage of cell or battery manufacture. Electrode technicians produce the component that goes in battery cells. They perform processes such as mixing, coating, drying, calendering, and electrode slitting. Cell assembly technicians make individual cells performing processes such as winding, stacking, filling, and sealing. Formation technicians perform formation, ageing and testing processes and final inspection of cells, ensuring cells are charged and working. Module and pack technicians combine individual cells to make battery modules and packs, and conduct end of line testing and cell finishing. In relation to the stage that they work in, technicians conduct quality assurance and maintain process records. Maintaining workplace health, safety and environment is also key. Technicians also support other activities including continuous improvement, inventory control, and maintenance.

In their daily work, they interact with other members of the manufacturing team. They also have contact with other teams for example, process engineers, maintenance engineers, supply chain staff, and warehouse staff.

They are responsible for complying with health, safety, environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. This may include wearing specialist personal protective equipment for working in clean and dry facilities, and with high voltage and hazardous materials such as electrolyte. They must ensure that products meet quality specifications and manufacturing guidelines and are produced to schedule and cost. They may work as part of a small or large manufacturing team.

They typically report to a production manager.

Typical job titles include:

Battery manufacturing technician Green leaf Cell assembly technician Green leaf Electrode technician Green leaf Formation, ageing and testing technician Green leaf Module and pack technician Green leaf

Duties

  • Duty 1 Maintain workplace health, safety and environment following safety, environmental and risk management systems.
  • Duty 2 Conduct handover responsibilities for example, receive information from or pass information to other shifts or departments.
  • Duty 3 Complete process manufacturing records. For example, production records.
  • Duty 4 Undertake quality control processes.
  • Duty 5 Support inventory control. Ensure the required materials and consumables are available for production. Assist with the internal movement of materials.
  • Duty 6 Support maintenance activities. For example, help engineering in set-up and calibration tasks, report faults, conduct routine preventative maintenance such as inspecting machinery.
  • Duty 7 Support continuous improvement activities. For example, developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process to increase product quality and competitiveness. Identifying ways to contribute to sustainability by reducing energy use and waste. Collecting data to use to analyse and improve the process.
  • Duty 8 Support internal and external audits. For example, supply information.
  • Duty 9 (Electrode technician) Prepare for electrode manufacturing.
  • Duty 10 (Electrode technician) Perform electrode manufacturing processes for example: mixing, coating, drying, calendering, and electrode slitting.
  • Duty 11 (Cell assembly technician) Prepare for cell assembly manufacturing.
  • Duty 12 (Cell assembly technician) Perform cell assembly processes for example: winding, stacking, filling, and sealing.
  • Duty 13 (Formation, ageing and testing technician) Prepare for formation, ageing and testing manufacturing.
  • Duty 14 (Formation, ageing and testing technician) Perform formation, ageing and testing processes and final inspection.
  • Duty 15 (Module and pack technician) Prepare for module and pack manufacturing.
  • Duty 16 (Module and pack technician) Perform module and pack processes for example: final assembly, end of line testing, and cell finishing.

End-point assessment summary

ST1338, battery manufacturing technician level 3


This is a summary of the key things that you – the apprentice and your employer need to know about your end-point assessment (EPA). You and your employer should read the EPA plan for the full details. It has information on assessment method requirements, roles and responsibilities, and re-sits and re-takes.

What is an end-point assessment and why it happens

An EPA is an assessment at the end of your apprenticeship. It will assess you against the knowledge, skills, and behaviours (KSBs) in the occupational standard. Your training will cover the KSBs. The EPA is your opportunity to show an independent assessor how well you can carry out the occupation you have been trained for.

Your employer will choose an end-point assessment organisation (EPAO) to deliver the EPA. Your employer and training provider should tell you what to expect and how to prepare for your EPA. 

The length of the training for this apprenticeship is typically36 months. The EPA period is typically3 months.

The overall grades available for this apprenticeship are:

  • fail
  • pass
  • merit
  • distinction

When you pass the EPA, you will be awarded your apprenticeship certificate.

EPA gateway

The EPA gateway is when the EPAO checks and confirms that you have met any requirements required before you start the EPA. You will only enter the gateway when your employer says you are ready.

The gateway requirements for your EPA are:

  • achieved English and mathematics qualifications in line with the apprenticeship funding rules
  • for the interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence you must submit a: portfolio of evidence

Assessment methods


Observation with questions


You will be observed by an independent assessor completing your work. It will last at least 3 hours. They will ask you at least 4 questions.







Interview


You will have a interview with an independent assessor. It will last 60 minutes. They will ask you at least 8 questions.The questions will be about certain aspects of your occupation. You need to compile a portfolio of evidence before the EPA gateway. You can use it to help answer the questions.



Test or examination

You will complete a multiple-choice test. It will be closed book, meaning you will not have access to any books or reference materials.

The test will have 40 multiple-choice questions. You will have 60 minutes to complete it.



Who to contact for help or more information

You should speak to your employer if you have a query that relates to your job.

You should speak to your training provider if you have any questions about your training or EPA before it starts.

You should receive detailed information and support from the EPAO before the EPA starts. You should speak to them if you have any questions about your EPA once it has started.


Reasonable adjustments


If you have a disability, a physical or mental health condition or other special considerations, you may be able to have a reasonable adjustment that takes this into account. You should speak to your employer, training provider and EPAO and ask them what support you can get. The EPAO will decide if an adjustment is appropriate.


Professional recognition

This apprenticeship aligns with Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) for Engineering Technician (EngTech). Upon successful completion of an IChemE approved apprenticeship and upon receipt of the apprenticeship certificate, individuals are eligible to apply through a shortened application route for registration as EngTech. The shortened application route will need to confirm that the threshold for underpinning knowledge and understanding has been met. Individuals also need to be a member of a professional body, such as IChemE, that is licensed by the Engineering Council to be awarded this status. Further information is on the Institution of Chemical Engineers website.

This apprenticeship aligns with The Science Council for Registered Science Technician (RSciTech). Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship and upon receipt of the apprenticeship certificate, individuals are eligible to apply for RSciTech through a shortened application route. Individuals also need to be a member of a professional body that is licensed by the Science Council to be awarded this status. Further information is on the Science Council’s website.

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Employers involved in creating the standard: AceOn Group, Alexander Technologies Europe Ltd, AMTE Power, Aston Martin, British Volt, IIika, Jaguar Landrover, Faraday Institution, UK Battery Industrialisation Centre, Warwick University, Williams Advanced Engineering

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