Department:
Science Apprenticeship - Chemistry L6 Employment Type:
Apprentice Location:
Cheshire Reporting To:
Tori Wheatley Compensation:
GBP 17,360 / year Location:
BYK Additives Limited, Moorfield Road, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 3AA Working for BYK:
BYK is a leading global supplier of specialty chemicals. The company's innovative additives and differentiated solutions optimize product and material properties as well as production and application processes. The Package:
In this role you'll receive: Starting salary is GBP 17,360 per year (increasing to National Minimum/Living Wage after 12+ months, if aged 18+) Working hours: 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm Flexible working hours once settled into the role 25 days annual plus bank holidays Annual pay rises Pension Regular training and CPD opportunities BYK can offer you a great many benefits including a wide range of assignments promoting personal development and an excellent atmosphere for realizing your own ideas. What will I be doing as a Laboratory Technician Apprentice?
You will work as part of the technical team at BYK Widnes, responsible for laboratory-based tasks, which includes sampling, testing, measuring, recording, and analysing results. Adherence to laboratory procedures and health and safety guidelines is crucial at all times! Prepare and analyse samples following strict methodologies to produce reliable and precise data Record and interpret results in a timely manner Issue technical reports within areas of responsibility Maintain and operate standard laboratory equipment Work both individually and as part of a laboratory team Follow Quality and Health & Safety procedures Maintain housekeeping standards at all times General ad hoc responsibilities as required by the business What could the future look like?
This programme is designed to enable existing team members or new recruits to develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to fulfil their vital role. Once you've qualified, you'll be eligible to join the Register of Science Technicians (RSciTech). What will you bring?
Qualifications
You must hold a relevant A level (Science) or previous experience of working in a laboratory. Experience
We're looking for someone with the right attitude and aptitude to fit right in at BYK Additives. About you
This is a very hands-on and practical role Demonstrate a love for Science and a clear passion for starting a long-term career in a laboratory Focused and careful in all aspects of work Comfortable using a computer and have a basic understanding of Microsoft Office Confident and comfortable communicator Please note, due to the nature of this role, you must be aged 18+ and able to reliably commute to work within 45 minutes. Requirements
There are some minimum requirements you'll need to meet to do an apprenticeship: Over 18, not in full-time education (at time of enrolment) Lived in the UK for 3 years Hold a relevant Level 3 qualification (A Level, BTEC or equivalent) or relevant work experience Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to earn a degree, gain work experience, and set yourself up for a bright future.
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