Apprentice Innovation Technologist

Are you passionate about science and ready to turn your curiosity into a career? At The Vita Group, we’re offering an exciting opportunity for an aspiring scientist to join our Innovation Team as an Apprentice Innovation Technician.

What’s in it for you?

This role combines full-time, hands-on experience with funded academic study, allowing you to work toward a Level 6 Apprenticeship and gain a BSc Honours degree while earning a salary. It’s the ideal route if you’re keen to get started in the lab and build a strong career foundation in chemistry and materials science.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Supporting the development of innovative polyurethane foam products. Producing and testing foams using bench-top and pilot plant equipment. Developing a deep understanding of polyurethane chemistry and its applications. Analysing competitor and customer samples to support product development. Maintaining accurate records and helping to update standard operating procedures (SOPs). Liaising with production teams and contributing to technical discussions. Promoting health, safety, and compliance in the lab.

Who We’re Looking For:

A self-motivated individual with a strong interest in science or engineering. Enthusiastic, hands-on, and eager to learn new skills. Able to work independently as well as part of a team. Competent in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Why Vita?

We’re driven by a purpose to create comfort, deliver performance, and enhance everyday life. Our values—Safety, Integrity, Responsibility, Resourcefulness, and Innovation guide everything we do. Join a business where your curiosity is encouraged, and your growth supported.

Training Outcome:

Innovation Technologist, Technical Manager.

Employer Description:
The Vita Group is a leading provider of value-added and differentiated flexible polyurethane (“PU”) foam products. Built on 75 years of heritage, Vita develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of flexible polyurethane foam, Talalay latex and flooring products to create comfort, quality and functional solutions for our customers. Across our five business divisions – Finished Mattress, Furniture and Bedding, Industrial and Specialty, Mobility, Flooring, the Vita Group manufactures sustainable foam product solutions for industries including: automotive, aviation and rail, building and construction, furniture and bedding, sports and leisure, and consumer packaging

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday, 8.30am - 5.15pm. Friday, 8.30am - 3.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative