Laboratory Technician Apprentice

Some of your daily duties will include:

Basic preparation (weighing) of food samples. Pipetting samples and pouring media into petri dishes. Working in the media department preparing broths, diluents, and agar plates. Working in the pathogen laboratory, subculturing samples and assessing bacterial growth Completing traceability records and adhering to quality policies Performing daily calibrations and checks. Ensuring assigned work is carried out in a timely fashion following the relevant procedures Adherence to the COSSH Risk Assessment To comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and ensure safe manual handling of chemicals/equipment To report any near-misses or incidents to the line manager

Training:

You will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, which will include: 

Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician On-the-job competency training Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science or Level 4 HNC (depending on previous qualifications)

The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week with some face-to-face practical sessions/exams in Birmingham (if BTEC/HNC is included).

Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Institute of Physics, Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you could be offered a permanent position with ALS.

Employer Description:

ALS is the UK’s leading provider of food and drink testing services. With 6 accredited laboratories located across the UK, ALS offers a comprehensive range of high-quality analytical testing services including microbiological, nutritional, vitamins and minerals, pesticides and contaminants, allergens and speciation.

Working Hours :
There are a variety of shifts available. During your apprenticeship period the majority of your working hours will be Monday – Friday however you will be expected to be flexible with time as some departments will require you to work 11:00 – 19:30.

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