College of Production Technology

Post Production and Finishing Operations NQF 2

Post Production and Finishing Operations NQF 2

The Post Production and Finishing Operations NQF 2 skills programme equips learners with the practical knowledge and competencies required to perform essential finishing activities within a manufacturing environment. It focuses on safe work practices, quality checks, handling of materials, and supporting final production processes to ensure products meet required standards before distribution. This programme helps organisations strengthen operational efficiency, maintain quality control, and develop entry-level employees for roles within post-production and finishing operations.

Purpose of this programme:

This fundamental programme offers a complete overview of the manufacturing process and includes:

  • Purpose of manufacturing
  • Preparing for production
  • Resource availability, (tools, materials, etc)
  • Safety issues
  • Start up to shutdown
  • Monitoring production
  • Production reporting
  • Maintenance
  • Quality aspects
  • Tooling and related equipment.
  • Operator involvement
  • Importance of teamwork
  • Teamwork dynamics and requirements
  • Productivity
Name of Module Complete Postproduction and Finishing Operations
Unit Standards covered

9878 – Complete postproduction and finishing operations (12)

9879 – Use and care for tools and equipment (10)

9322 – Work in a team (3)

9443 – Work safely and use safety equipment (7)

NQF Level 2
Duration 10
Approval Number MERSETA / SP0103/07-17