Apprentice Lab Technician

This occupation is found in a wide range of organisations, including but not exclusively, chemical, primary and secondary pharmaceutical, biotechnology, formulated products, nuclear companies; and analytical science services, dental laboratories and educational establishments.

The broad purpose of the occupation is working at the forefront of technology to carry out both routine and one-off laboratory testing (and manufacturing where relevant) and perform a variety of technical support functions across the organisation.

In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with the laboratory manager and colleagues, internal departments such as manufacturing, procurement and quality, internal customers such as medical staff, teaching staff and students, external suppliers and customers such as service engineers, delivery drivers, regulatory bodies and inspection teams e.g. HSE.

Training Outcome:
Laboratory Technician / Junior Technician. Building core technical skills, carrying out routine testing, sample preparation, equipment calibration and data recording. Senior Laboratory Technician. Taking on increased responsibility for complex analyses, quality control, mentoring apprentices or juniors, and supporting method development. Specialist or Lead Technician (subject to performance and business need). Developing expertise in a specific analytical area, overseeing laboratory processes, training others, and contributing to continuous improvement.

Employer Description:

At CPI we work with our partners to translate inventions into products and processes that enhance health and well-being, protect and improve our environment and increase productivity across industries. With a deep understanding of innovation processes and funding, outstanding technical expertise and industry relevant assets, we enable products and processes to be quickly and cost-effectively brought to market.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 08:30am to 05:00pm and Friday 08:30am and 4:30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience