Laboratory Scientist Apprentice
You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life
You will provide a very high standard of laboratory work that supports the requests of our stakeholders. In addition, the position is designed to create opportunity to gain experience in a wide variety of laboratories at Hazelwood so that you develop a broad understanding of our chemistry, the test and technique fundamentals that are used to characterise and qualify them, along with an analytical mindset to create fundamental knowledge and critical problem-solving skills.
You will develop technical and business knowledge to build a solid foundation for your future career. You will be given the opportunity to train at a level that matches your technical experience as you progress through the Apprenticeship
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate good attention to detail, a flexible approach to their work and be an open communicator
What We're Looking For:
Learning through our development programme and appointed mentor
Providing support to tactical and strategic projects across the departmental operation
Building your knowledge and practical skills to be an effective contributor
Demonstrating the capabilities, you have learnt to further enhance the programme
Develop and grow a project management and communication mindset
Provide your thoughts and ideas on topics when opportunities arise
Look for opportunities to continuously improve safety, quality and efficiency
Look to promote the company, the department and yourself
Skills That Make a Difference:
Be comfortable with and interested in working within a laboratory
Good written and verbal communication skills, including telephone skills
Accurate data entry skills and keen attention to detail
Good general organisational skills, including planning and prioritisation
A good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Training:
Apprentices work full-time whilst studying towards a BSc (Hons) Laboratory scientist (Chemical Science) degree from Manchester Metropolitan University, as well as a Level 6 degree apprenticeship
Students study a tutor-supported e-distance learning curriculum and attend residential schools. The work-based projects, negotiated with employers, offer students the opportunity to apply their learning directly to their organisation
The programme is primarily taught through tutor-supported online study, part-time over four years
Apprentices will attend a two-day induction at the University to help them get to know each other and balance undergraduate study with working full-time. They will also attend a week-long residential at our campus in central Manchester once a year, in addition to a two day mini-residential in the first year
Training Outcome:
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, candidates may be able to apply for further positions
Employer Description:
The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a specialty chemical company whose science delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales, and technical offices around the world and has about 8,000 employees. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com.
We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognise unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life.
Working Hours :
Monday-Friday between 9am-5.30pm, with half an hour lunch break.
Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Written skills