Quality Control Laboratory Assistant Apprenticeship - ThermoFisher Scientific

When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do challenging work and be part of a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of $20 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

To support the quality control testing processes by undertaking general laboratory maintenance to ensure the department remains functional. This is a flexible position covering all general laboratory maintenance skill areas (bacteria recovery, stock maintenance, media manufacture) and some testing of raw materials.

Job Responsibilities

Preparing bacterial cultures Testing of product accessories (Dosing Heads) Manufacture of agar media Monitoring and replenishing lab stock Conducting environmental monitoring of the production areas Keeping the laboratory in a tidy and clean condition Equipment calibration Waste disposal Any other duties deemed to be within the capability of the post holder

Training:

Online virtual learning + 3-day residential in York required for practical and full-time site-based

Training Outcome:

Candidates will be eligible to apply for suitable positions upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. 

Employer Description:

As the specialists in skills for science and technology, our purpose is to make sure your business; your people and our industry are future ready. We are a not-for-profit charitable organisation with a family of commercially focused companies committed to supporting the skills, needs and ambitions across the UK science and technology sector.

Working Hours :
Monday-Friday (08:15-17:00); this includes x2 15 minutes paid breaks and a 45-minute unpaid lunch break.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working