Correct laboratory technique (dilutions, pipetting,etc.).
Correct sampling and analysis of ‘Goods-In’ reagents according to specific test methodologies.
To complete in-process checks (IPCs) during additive preparations and production runs, communicating effectively with relevant associates.
To ensure all laboratory documentation is kept up-to-date and maintained as per GLP, and ensure all data collated and entered accurately.
To calibrate all laboratory instrumentation, as required by ISO 9002, and complete the relevant documentation (pH meters, refractometer, thermometers, balances, calibrated syringes).
Efficient operation and maintenance of all analytical instrumentation, including troubleshooting issues. (HPLC, AA, UVVIS, FTIR, TOC, ICPMS, ACL300).
To maintain high standards for laboratory cleanliness and safety, as per GLP and GMP in the Chemistry and Additive Laboratories.
How to handle and store chemicals correctly in a safe manner. Ensure adequate stock levels of chemical inventory and how to maintain chemical solutions.
To utilise the laboratory operating systems for data entry, create spreadsheets, and produce detailed project reports when required.
To plan and prepare several different additives as required by production.
Aseptic technique following aseptic handling procedures to maintain the integrity of sterile additives and components.
Training:4 days a week with Employer and 1 day at City College Plymouth.Training Outcome:On successful completion of the apprenticeship programme it is anticipated that the candidate will be offered a full time permanentm laboratory technician role.Employer Description:BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. The company develops innovative
technology, services and solutions that help advance both clinical therapy for patients and clinical process for health care providers. BD has more than 70,000 employees and a presence in virtually every country
around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues. BD helps customers enhance outcomes, lower costs, increase efficiencies, improve safety and expand access to health care.
BD Plymouth The Plymouth plant is one of the premier evacuated tube and needle production facilities, making BD Vacutainer® blood collection products for markets across Europe and around the world. BD Plymouth site commenced operation in 1981 with 100 associates manufacturing BD Vacutainer® tubes in a new 250,000 sqft building. In 1988, a second building was added, bringing the manufacturing footprint up to 490,000 sqft. Over the last 40+ years, the operation has grown to over 850 associates.
BD Plymouth invites you to become an integral part of a company that makes a difference in human health, saving and improving the lives of people in all corners of the globe. Contribute to a company that gives significant time, talent and resources to philanthropic and charitable efforts around the world.
BD’s state-of-the-art facilities around the globe provide an environment that enables its highly talented and passionate workforce to be the best at their professions. BD Plymouth is always seeking great people to join the company on its journey to
greatness.
BD Plymouth is dedicated to attracting and retaining extraordinary contributors. The company offers various initiatives and programmes that enable its associates to grow and develop their careers, receive recognition and rewards for their efforts, and achieve a healthy work-life.Working Hours :First two years working Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm. Total hours per week: 37.5.
Year 3 onwards: Continuous days of 7.00am until 7.00pm. 3 days on 3 days off – basic salary plus 20% shift premium.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
The successful applicant will be expected to learn about the following:
Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop
Demonstrate due regard for own safety and that of others in the workshop and minimise risk of injury and vehicle damage
Carry out fundamental tasks associated with removal and replacement procedures on a vehicle
Obtain diagnostic and repair information
Interpret diagnostic information and use electrical wiring diagrams to determine system serviceability
Use a range of diagnostic equipment
Follow recognised diagnostic procedures, logical diagnostic sequence and apply advanced diagnostic principles and problem-solving techniques to establish faults
Report faults using company procedures and recommend suitable further actions
Follow recognised repair procedures to complete a wide range of repairs, including those which involve complex procedures, or in-depth knowledge
Test the function of repaired and fitted components
Adhere to business processes and complete documentation following workplace procedures
Use ICT to create emails, word-process documents and carry out web-based searches
Complete a range of services and inspect and prepare a vehicle to the required quality standard for handover to the customer
As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to attend an Assessment Day at the Greater Manchester Skillcentre in Trafford Park if successful at 1st stage of the interview.
Holiday entitlement with this role is set at 28 days, including bank holidays. It may be required for you to work some bank holidays, but these days will be given back.
How you will be supported:
Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role
What will happen next:
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team
You will then have the opportunity to find out:
More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
Any training you need to complete
What the next steps will be
How you could get there:
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take
Training:Autocare Technician Level 2.Training Outcome:Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship.Employer Description:We’re the UK’s leading retailer of automotive and cycling products, and one of the UK’s leading operators in car servicing and repairs. We’re all about the journey, whether that’s helping our customers to get the most out of theirs, or putting people like you in the driving seat when it comes to work and career. And because people like you are at the heart of our success, we’ve created a culture of engagement where the customer is at the heart of everything we do, where people work together to be better every day, where energy and enthusiasm drives career development, and where you’ll be inspired to embrace challenge as opportunity. If you share our ambitions for growth and want to take control of the pace of your own development, you’ll find that Halfords is a place where you can go further, faster. We’re already recognised as a great place to work and we’re doing everything we can to be even better for people who share our confidence, inclusive approach, integrity and ambition. More than 10,000 people work in our shops, Autocentres and Mobile Expert hubs at over 750 locations and 90% of the UK is never more than 20 minutes away from a Halfords shop or Autocentre.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm. Occasional Saturdays.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Initiative,Interest in automotive trade,Enthusiastic,Good work ethic,Punctual,Reliable,Honest,A disciplined attitude....Read more...
The successful applicant will be expected to learn about the following:
Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop
Demonstrate due regard for own safety and that of others in the workshop and minimise the risk of injury and vehicle damage
Carry out fundamental tasks associated with removal and replacement procedures on a vehicle
Obtain diagnostic and repair information
Interpret diagnostic information and use electrical wiring diagrams to determine system serviceability
Use a range of diagnostic equipment
Follow recognised diagnostic procedures, logical diagnostic sequence and apply advanced diagnostic principles and problem-solving techniques to establish faults
Report faults using company procedures and recommend suitable further actions
Follow recognised repair procedures to complete a wide range of repairs including those which involve complex procedures, or in-depth knowledge
Test the function of repaired and fitted components
Adhere to business processes and complete documentation following workplace procedures
Use ICT to create emails, word-process documents and carry out web-based searches
Complete a range of services and inspect and prepare a vehicle to the required quality standard for handover to the customer
As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to attend an Assessment Day at the Greater Manchester Skillcentre in Trafford Park if successful at 1st stage of the interview.
Holiday entitlement with this role is set at 28 days, including bank holidays. It may be required for you to work some bank holidays, but these days will be given back.
How you will be supported:
Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role
What will happen next:
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team
You will then have the opportunity to find out:
More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
Any training you need to complete
What the next steps will be
How you could get there:
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take
Training:Autocare Technician Level 2.Training Outcome:Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship.Employer Description:We’re the UK’s leading retailer of automotive and cycling products, and one of the UK’s leading operators in car servicing and repairs. We’re all about the journey, whether that’s helping our customers to get the most out of theirs, or putting people like you in the driving seat when it comes to work and career. And because people like you are at the heart of our success, we’ve created a culture of engagement where the customer is at the heart of everything we do, where people work together to be better every day, where energy and enthusiasm drives career development, and where you’ll be inspired to embrace challenge as opportunity. If you share our ambitions for growth and want to take control of the pace of your own development, you’ll find that Halfords is a place where you can go further, faster. We’re already recognised as a great place to work and we’re doing everything we can to be even better for people who share our confidence, inclusive approach, integrity and ambition. More than 10,000 people work in our shops, Autocentres and Mobile Expert hubs at over 750 locations and 90% of the UK is never more than 20 minutes away from a Halfords shop or Autocentre.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm. Occasional Saturdays.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Initiative,Interest in automotive trade,Enthusiastic,Good work ethic,Punctual,Reliable,Honest,A disciplined attitude....Read more...
Due to the safety assessment of the site, candidates should be 18years or older.
To carry out preparation, testing and reporting on submitted samples, by agreed methodology, as directed by senior personnel. This will include all basic testing and preparation and will be with the use of basic and advanced instrumentation techniques.
Duties and Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Performing sample analysis to an acceptable standard and inaccordance with established procedures (results may requirechecking by senior personnel).
Maintaining accurate records of testing and sample observations and calculations
Producing reports for samples tested and input of sample resultsinto the computer system.
Undertaking miscellaneous duties, as requested and approved bysenior personnel
Participating in Inter and Intra Laboratory Correlation Schemes.
Maintenance of acceptable housekeeping in the main laboratory.
Ensuring that all equipment within the section is maintained to acceptable operating and (where appropriate) with valid calibration standards. Ensure all weekly/monthly equipment calibrations are carried out in the main laboratory.
Ensuring the housekeeping in the laboratory is at an acceptable standard at all times – each shift is to clean up before they finish.
Carry out testing in accordance with the relevant documentedstandards and test methods
Assist with audits (when asked by the senior personnel) and ensuring compliance at all times with any local systems, rules and procedures, including including external accreditation (ISO 9001, ISO 17025, ISO 18001, ISO 14001 etc.) set by the company and/or external certification authorities and ensuring that appropriate quality assurance controls are carried out on a regular basis within the section.
Ensure solutions and solvents in the main laboratory are in date, made up as required and correctly labelled in line with GLP and COSHH requirements.
Ensure adequate handover occurs with the following shift.
Investigate abnormal results to confirm or correct the situation, and if necessary, alert the appropriate staff.
Avoiding unsafe acts and follow company Health Safety & Environmental procedures.
Becoming familiar with Health Safety & Environmental information issued by the company.
Reporting all accidents and incidents no matter how trivial.
Reporting near misses, safety concerns and think twices.
Ensuring, that relevant risk assessments are consulted for the work being carried out, and if these are unavailable then bringing this to the attention of senior personnel and assisting in the assessment of work related hazards and risks.
Ensuring, that relevant COSHH assessments are consulted for the substances being used, and if these are unavailable then bringing this to the attention of senior personnel and assisting in COSHH Assessment where required.
Ensuring that the correct Personal Protective Equipment is worn where required.
Ensuring that safety devices and manufacturers instructions are followed when using equipment.
Decision Making:
Follow the workload set by the senior personnel to meet the time demands in the main laboratory as required by the clients and schedules.
Scheduling the tasks and testing in the main laboratory with the use of effective time management.
Assess whether results obtained are reasonable, and react appropriately if they are not.
Ask for assistance if equipment needs maintenance above your experience.
Training:Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship Standard, including:
Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours.
End-Point Assessment.
Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date.Training Outcome:Possibility of a full-time role within the laboratory team and opportunities for promotion as they arise.Employer Description:Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries
worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices
and over 42,000 people in more than 100 countries, delivers
innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and
Certification solutions for our customers’ operations and supply
chains.
Intertek Total Quality Assurance expertise, is delivered consistently
with precision, pace and passion, enabling our customers to power
ahead safely.
Intertek's Cargo & Analytical Assessment (CAA) business provides
quality and quantity measurement, inspection, and laboratory testing
services to the global oil, gas, petrochemical, petroleum refining &
distribution, natural gas, biofuels, marine, and chemicals industries.
Intertek helps clients protect and manage their risk during custody
transfer, storage, transportation and other activities related to their
cargo assets. Their qualified personnel also provide technical
expertise and additive treatment services, helping clients to protect
and optimise the return on their cargo business activities.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Independence,Time management skills....Read more...
