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Summary: In this role you will lead the overall performance, compliance, and continuous improvement of the quality function at the Lostock site. As a member of the site leadership team and the global quality organization, you will provide daily operational leadership and strategic direction for site quality programs, Quality Control laboratory operations, customer quality performance, and quality management system compliance. You will ensure the safe, compliant, and effective operation of the site Quality Control laboratories, including the testing and release of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products. You will drive product quality improvements, reduce customer complaints and internal defects, ensure timely and effective root cause analysis and corrective actions, and foster a customer-focused quality culture aligned with Momentive’s global quality strategy and Focus on the Customer program. You will also serve as the primary site contact for quality-related customer inquiries, customer audits, external audits, and quality visits, while leading, coaching, and developing site quality employees and applicable QC contractors. Quality Leadership Partner with Global Quality and site leadership to define, align, and execute site quality goals consistent with Momentive’s global quality strategy. Translate global quality priorities into practical site action plans that improve compliance, product quality, customer satisfaction, and quality culture. Review product quality trends, customer complaint data, internal defect data, and quality metrics to identify improvement opportunities and prioritize resources. Drive a strong Focus on the Customer culture across the site by reinforcing customer impact, quality ownership, and timely issue resolution. Identify quality process improvement opportunities and partner with Continuous Improvement, Technology, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality Centers of Excellence to implement sustainable solutions. Operational Quality and Laboratory Leadership Lead the site Quality Control laboratory operations, including testing and release of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products. Ensure Quality Control laboratory processes are safe, compliant, efficient, and aligned with site EHS, 5S, productivity, cost, and employee development goals. Oversee site quality processes including shelf-life extension, quality waivers, product and raw material disposition, and related documentation. Ensure timely investigation of customer complaints, internal defects, nonconforming material, and reportable quality incidents. Drive robust root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, verification of effectiveness, and prevention of repeat defects. Support Supplier Quality by ensuring vendor nonconformances are identified, documented, and submitted through the Supplier Corrective Action Request process when required. Escalate significant quality risks, recurring issues, or unresolved quality opportunities into the appropriate process improvement, quality, or leadership review forums for prioritization and support. Quality Management System and Compliance Maintain site compliance with ISO 9001 and other applicable business-required quality standards. Prepare for, support, and manage internal audits, external audits, certification audits, and customer audits involving the Itatiba site. Ensure audit findings are documented, investigated, addressed through appropriate corrective actions, and verified for effectiveness. Serve as the primary site interface for customer quality inquiries, quality visits, customer audits, and external quality-related requests. Ensure quality procedures, records, training, and site practices remain current, effective, and aligned with applicable quality system requirements. People Leadership and Talent Development Lead, coach, and develop site quality employees, including direct reports and applicable QC contractors. Ensure required EHS, quality, laboratory, and compliance training is completed and effective for all site quality personnel. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-accountability culture within the quality team and across site functions. #LI-KG1 The following are required for the role • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, operations Management, Quality, or a related technical field., • Professional experience in quality, operations, manufacturing, laboratory, or technical leadership within a manufacturing environment., • Prior people leadership experience, including leading, coaching, developing, or influencing teams., • Working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems; experience supporting internal, external, or customer audits., • Demonstrated experience investigating quality issues, leading root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions, and verifying effectiveness., • Effective communication and influencing skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the site and across functions., • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel., • Ability to communicate effectively in English and the local site language. The following are preferred for the role • Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Engineering, Chemistry, Quality, Operations Management, or a related technical field., • Over 7 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years in quality, operations, manufacturing, laboratory, or technical leadership within a manufacturing environment., • Certified ISO 9001 internal auditor or lead auditor., • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification., • Experience with SAP QM or similar enterprise quality management systems., • Experience with Minitab or other statistical/data analysis tools., • Experience managing customer audits, external audits, supplier nonconformances, or customer complaint programs., • Base Pay Range: £40.800 - £59.840, • Compensation for this role will be competitive and aligned with market practices in the respective location., • Actual pay is determined based on several factors, including but not limited to experience, education, skills, and geographic location., • Where applicable country-specific salary ranges will be communicated during the hiring process based on local pay transparency regulations. This role may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation. Any such incentives are governed by the terms of the Company’s applicable plans and are based on company performance and/or individual performance. At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future. Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more. Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you an experienced Laboratory Technician looking for a hands-on quality control role within a manufacturing environment? Do you have experience carrying out product testing, calibration activities and quality inspections to ensure products meet strict specifications? Are you qualified in Chemistry and keen to develop your career in a fast-paced industrial laboratory where safety and quality are at the heart of everything you do? A leading manufacturing organisation is seeking a QC Laboratory Technician to join its Quality Control team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with laboratory testing experience and a strong attention to detail who wants to play a key role in ensuring product quality, compliance and continuous improvement across site operations. This role would suit candidates working in these roles; QC Laboratory Technician, Quality Control Technician, Laboratory Analyst, QC Analyst, Chemical Laboratory Technician, Process Quality Technician, Materials Testing Technician, Quality Assurance Technician, Laboratory Assistant, Production Laboratory Technician. We would also welcome applications from these industries; Chemical manufacturing, process industries, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage manufacturing, coatings and materials production. • Perform in-process, incoming and final product testing to ensure materials and finished products meet required quality standards and specifications., • Prepare customer and pre-dispatch samples, maintaining accurate records and supporting documentation at all times., • Support laboratory improvement projects, maintain calibration programmes and assist with training colleagues on testing procedures and best practice., • Investigate quality issues, identify non-conforming materials or processes and support corrective actions, rework activities and root cause investigations., • Work closely with production and technical teams, providing quality-related guidance while ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality management requirements., • BTEC, HNC or equivalent Level 4 qualification in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline., • Experience working within a busy industrial, manufacturing or quality control laboratory environment., • Strong communication skills with the ability to accurately complete laboratory records, reports and quality documentation., • Knowledge of laboratory equipment calibration, testing procedures and quality assurance processes, with troubleshooting experience being advantageous., • Understanding of chemical or process manufacturing environments, with familiarity of ISO management systems, COMAH sites or root cause analysis methodologies considered beneficial. Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business. #J-18808-Ljbffr

LanthaGen Biois a biotech startup building biotechnologies for selective metal binding and recovery from industrial waste streams, including electronic waste and metallurgical residues. Our Process Chemist will own the chemistry that sits either side of our protein-based capture step: leaching complex mixed-metal waste streams with a range of lixiviants, and downstream processing to convert recovered metals into pure oxides, nanoparticles, and functionalised products built to customer requirements. This is a highly hands‑on role, split approximately 50% leaching and downstream chemistry and 50% downstream processing and product formulation. £38,000 per annum (fixed term, 12 months initially, with extension subject to further funding), within a salary band of £38,000–£42,000, with progression subject to annual project continuation and performance review. Onsite; Central Manchester. Role will be largely onsite. Full time: 32 hours Monday–Friday; It is not a compressed-hours roleand is designed to support accessible working patterns, increase productivity, and promote work life balance. You are entitled to 25 working days paid annual leave per leave year (equivalent to five weeks flexible leave) + paid leave for UK bank holidays on your normal working days/paid leave during the Company’s Christmas closure. • 3 months full pay maternity/paternity/shared parental leave., • Fully paid volunteer day with local charity., • Paid leave on your birthday., • £500 learning and development budget for independent online courses, conference attendance, etc., • Develop and optimise dissolution routes for industrial residues, metallurgical by-products and complex mixed solid matrices, • Optimise leaching parameters for metal yield and selectivity, • Condition and characterise metal-bearing liquors using ICP-OES/MS, titration, and pH/redox control, • Develop biologically compatible leachates and liquors suitable for downstream protein-based capture, • Own safe handling, storage, and disposal of strong acids, oxidants, and leachate waste streams, with COSHH assessments and SOPs for each process step, • Contribute to an accessible lab design that fosters an inclusive and diverse team, • Develop downstream processing routes from loaded eluates to finished products, including high-purity metal oxides, metal and metal-oxide nanoparticles, and functionalised, application-specific products, • Run precipitation, reduction, solvent exchange, calcination, purification, and drying steps, plus particle synthesis and functionalisation, • Deliver material to customer requirements on purity, particle size, morphology, and surface chemistry, with supporting analytical data, • Work closely with biochemists to integrate biological capture and elution into the process flow, • Translate lab-scale chemistry toward scalable, low-toxicity processes, tracked with mass balances, yields, and cost per kilogram, • Strong wet-lab chemistry background with hands-on handling of strong acids and hazardous materials, • Practical experience of metal dissolution, leaching, or hydrometallurgical processing, • Practical experience with concentrated acids, oxidants and corrosives; metal salts and metal solutions; and solvents and flammables, • Inorganic synthesis and purification (precipitation, filtration, calcination, or equivalent), • Strong experimental discipline, documentation, and safe working practice (COSHH, risk assessments, SOPs), • Hydrometallurgy, refining, or metal recovery process experience, • Nanoparticle synthesis, functionalisation, or materials characterisation (XRD, SEM/TEM, DLS, BET), • Process optimisation, scale-up, or techno-economic assessment, • Experience working alongside biological or biochemical labs, • Experience of early-stage startup or fast-moving R&D environments, • Development of end-to-end chemical and biohydrometallurgical workflows for extracting metals of interest from waste, as directed by the CSO/CTO, • Integration of protein-based capture and elution chemistry into a continuous process flow, • Design and specification of functionalised nanoparticle and metal-oxide products against customer specifications, • Techno-economic modelling of recovery routes, including mass balance, yield and cost-per-kilogram analysis, • Contribution to grant applications, IP filings and technical due diligence, • Development of accessible, inclusive laboratory design and process safety culture, • Reproducible leaching protocols established for key waste feedstocks, with quantified metal recoveries, • Characterised, biologically compatible metal liquors supporting downstream protein capture, • A working downstream route demonstrated from loaded eluate to a purified oxide or nanoparticle product, • Clear SOPs, mass balances, and safety documentation in place across every process step, • Smooth integration between process chemistry and bioprocess R&D, • Stage 1: Teams call to assess CV and skill fit for the role, • Stage 2: Practical/process discussion and scenario-based leaching and downstream processing planning exercise, presented to the leadership team on site, • MChem/MSci in Chemistry with 3–5 years hands‑on laboratory experience, or a PhD in Chemistry or a related field with 1–3 years industry experience, • Experience must include practical wet‑lab chemical work with acids and metals, and ownership of safe working practice This role is 12 months initially, with extension subject to further funding and satisfactory performance. Read more on the recent press release: en/actions/challenges/tech-metal#anchor-teams The Royal Society of Chemistry review on building accessible labs for disabled scientists: policy-and-campaigning/science-culture/disability-inclusive-laboratories-in-the-chemical-sciences LanthaGen Bio is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and safe workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or exclusion on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief, age, or any other characteristic protected under UK law. We respect that individuals may hold a wide range of personal, cultural, religious, or philosophical beliefs. However, all employees are expected to act professionally and respectfully at work. Behaviour that creates a hostile, intimidating, or exclusionary environment is not acceptable, regardless of personal belief or intent. These expectations apply to all work-related interactions, including communications, meetings, and events. LanthaGen Bio complies fully with the Equality Act 2010 and relevant UK employment law. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Complex Warheads Centre of Excellence is a coordinated team and the company's design authority for Warheads. We support Warhead development throughout the product lifecycle; starting with concept design, design definitions, assessment, technical specification, test equipment and maturity of concepts, into manufacture. £24,460 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. This role is scheduled to close for applications at midnight on Monday 4th January 2027 but may close earlier depending on application volumes. • 1 year placement: Starting September 2027, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies, • Perform well on your placement and you could secure a graduate role before your final year, • Company bonus: Based on company performance and will vary year to year, • Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%, • Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime, • Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday, • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days, • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more, • Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more. The team develops, designs and tests Warheads for MBDA missiles. We predict the lethal performance of various types of missile systems through modelling of missile terminal engagement, target detection, Warhead detonation and lethal performance prediction. We provide expertise in the skill areas of Warheads, energetic materials, target detection and weapon lethality. Through this placement you'll: • Work closely with the team in a variety of stages within the product lifecycle, • Learn how to produce detailed design definitions, carry out concept assessment using modelling simulations, • Support the team to analyse and assess performance data collected during trials, • Support the design and planning for trials. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a niche group of engineers with specialised expertise. The skills we utilise are not typical in academia and so joining the team presents an opportunity for you to develop knowledge in numerous aspects of Warhead development that you would not acquire anywhere else! Joining us will build your knowledge and enable you to apply an understanding of Warhead technologies and their lethal effects to various types of missile systems in development and in service. You may be encouraged to work independently, with limited supervision, or part of a small to medium team, as required. Some projects may include collaboration with other MBDA departments across the UK and Europe and therefore this role may require you to travel. Working towards a degree in an Engineering, Mathematical or Applied Science subject area such as Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical or Systems Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics discipline. MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDAUK), Instagram (MBDAUK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. #LI-CB1 #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Complex Warheads Centre of Excellence is a coordinated team and the company’s design authority for Warheads. We support Warhead development throughout the product lifecycle; starting with concept design, design definitions, assessment, technical specification, test equipment and maturity of concepts, into manufacture. Salary: £24,460 Dynamic working: 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. This role is scheduled to close for applications at midnight on Monday 4th January 2027 but may close earlier depending on application volumes. • 1 year placement: Starting September 2027, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies, • Perform well on your placement and you could secure a graduate role before your final year, • Company bonus: Based on company performance and will vary year to year, • Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%, • Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime, • Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday, • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days, • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…, • Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more. The team develops, designs and tests Warheads for MBDA missiles. We predict the lethal performance of various types of missile systems through modelling of missile terminal engagement, target detection, Warhead detonation and lethal performance prediction. We provide expertise in the skill areas of Warheads, energetic materials, target detection and weapon lethality. • Work closely with the team in a variety of stages within the product lifecycle, • Learn how to produce detailed design definitions, carry out concept assessment using modelling simulations, • Support the team to analyse and assess performance data collected during trials, • Support the design and planning for trials. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a niche group of engineers with specialised expertise. The skills we utilise are not typical in academia and so joining the team presents an opportunity for you to develop knowledge in numerous aspects of Warhead development that you would not acquire anywhere else! Joining us will build your knowledge and enable you to apply an understanding of Warhead technologies and their lethal effects to various types of missile systems in development and in service. You may be encouraged to work independently, with limited supervision, or part of a small to medium team, as required. Some projects may include collaboration with other MBDA departments across the UK and Europe and therefore this role may require you to travel. Working towards a degree in an Engineering, Mathematical or Applied Science subject area such as Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical or Systems Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics discipline. Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more… We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDAUK), Instagram (MBDAUK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. What we do matters. Because defence matters. As a leading company in the defence industry we support our nations by delivering essential military capabilities, both for today and the future. We are proud to be an award-winning employer and are proud of the growing diversity of our workforce. Our people are the ones who drive our constant innovation and deliver against challenging targets. Whatever your background, we welcome your application to MBDA UK and look forward to speaking with you soon. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Quality control role involving laboratory sampling, testing, measuring, recording and analysing results. You’ll provide technical support to ensure the laboratory operates effectively while following procedures and health and safety guidelines. You’ll also receive one-to-one coaching and support from a dedicated mentor. Annual wage - £19,500 initially Training course - Laboratory technician Duration - 24 Months Hours - Mon-Friday 8am or 8.30am start 37.5hours, Overtime paid, Shifts TBC Start date - Monday 21 September 2026 Positions available - 1 As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff. Quality Control position with BIM UK LTD Responsible for laboratory-based tasks, which include sampling, testing, measuring, recording and analysing results. You will also provide all the required technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively whilst adhering to correct procedures and health and safety guidelines. The individual will be working within a laboratory environment and must therefore adhere to site dress code procedures and personal hygiene standards during testing activities (e.g. correct use of PPE such as laboratory coats and glasses; and removal of all jewellery and make-up upon entry into controlled clean room areas). Once trained on specific tasks, the role will involve working on your own initiative at times. There may also be a requirement to take samples from the production facility and working on the pilot plant. Working on all aspects of the laboratory function including Quality Control and Development will be required. This will involve routine tasks • performing laboratory tests in order to produce reliable and precise data to support production activities., • carrying out routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies to carry out analyses., • preparing samples., • maintaining and operating a wide variety of analytical equipment., • supporting on plant, in process testing., • ensuring the laboratory is well-stocked and resourced., • maintain good accurate written records of work carried out., • recording and interpreting results to support production and ensure compliance., • using computers and performing mathematical calculations for the determination and presentation of results., • keeping up to date with technical developments, especially those which can save time and improve reliability., • conducting searches on relevant topics., • maintaining compliance with Management Systems., • following and ensuring strict safety procedures and safety checks., • to perform these duties in an accurate and timely manner. PRINCE STREET, BOLTON, BL1 2NP An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. COGENT SSC LIMITED Laboratory technician Comply with health and safety policies and procedures including HASWA, COSHH, risk assessments, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), manual handling, emergency procedures. Maintain excellent housekeeping, in accordance with organisation Standard Procedures Order and control stocks of laboratory materials where required Identify, organise and use resources effectively to complete tasks applying the concepts of resource efficiency e.g energy, water and waste Adhere to internal and external regulatory requirements e.g. GLP, GMP, GDP Prepare for, and perform, laboratory experiments, tests or tasks following any specified methodologies to provide reliable, accurate data e.g. weighing, pipetting, filtering, spectroscopic techniques, chromatography techniques Demonstrate technical competence in the use of specified instruments and equipment Report faults and seek diagnostic advice to maintain equipment in good working order, including calibration where required Complete documentation proficiently Keep accurate records of laboratory work undertaken and results Contribute to the preparation of reports. Use simple statistical techniques for data presentation and evaluation e. g calculation of median and standard deviation, production of graphs Demonstrate problem solving techniques including identification of sources of error and how they can be reduced e.g. human error Use standard software packages and applications e.g. Microsoft Office suite Use Laboratory Information Management systems to support their work Address non-routine problems with samples and instrumentation, within defined areas Identify relevant information from scientific sources e.g. supervisors, literature etc. in order to contribute to solutions Participate in continuous performance improvement of systems and processes relevant to the work environment e.g. workplace organisation techniques, accreditation (e.g. ISO, UKAS) and proficiency testing. Evaluate data, recognise and call attention to anomalous or unusual results Comply with health and safety policies and procedures including HASWA, COSHH, risk assessments, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), manual handling, emergency procedures. Maintain excellent housekeeping, in accordance with organisation Standard Procedures Order and control stocks of laboratory materials where required Identify, organise and use resources effectively to complete tasks applying the concepts of resource efficiency e.g energy, water and waste Adhere to internal and external regulatory requirements e.g. GLP, GMP, GDP Prepare for, and perform, laboratory experiments, tests or tasks following any specified methodologies to provide reliable, accurate data e.g. weighing, pipetting, filtering, spectroscopic techniques, chromatography techniques Demonstrate technical competence in the use of specified instruments and equipment Report faults and seek diagnostic advice to maintain equipment in good working order, including calibration where required Complete documentation proficiently Keep accurate records of laboratory work undertaken and results Contribute to the preparation of reports. Use simple statistical techniques for data presentation and evaluation e. g calculation of median and standard deviation, production of graphs Demonstrate problem solving techniques including identification of sources of error and how they can be reduced e.g. human error Use standard software packages and applications e.g. Microsoft Office suite Use Laboratory Information Management systems to support their work Address non-routine problems with samples and instrumentation, within defined areas Identify relevant information from scientific sources e.g. supervisors, literature etc. in order to contribute to solutions Participate in continuous performance improvement of systems and processes relevant to the work environment e.g. workplace organisation techniques, accreditation (e.g. ISO, UKAS) and proficiency testing. Evaluate data, recognise and call attention to anomalous or unusual results The Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) with Cogent Skills is designed to equip learners with the practical skills, scientific knowledge, and safety awareness required to support high-quality laboratory operations across research, quality control, and product development environments. The programme develops technicians capable of delivering reliable experimental results, maintaining laboratory equipment, and contributing to continuous improvement in scientific processes. The Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship is delivered through a blended model combining online learning, workplace assessment, and practical workshops. 1 day per week online knowledge delivery. workplace-based assessment of laboratory competence. 3-day practical workshop at the National STEM Centre, York. 3-day exam residential at Cogent Skills Head Office, Warrington (if qualification chosen). ongoing review and support throughout the programme. More training information • GCSE English (Grade 4 and above) essential, • GCSE Maths (Grade 4 and above) essential, • A Level Chemistry (Grade C and above) desirable, • A Level Maths (Grade C and above) desirable, • A Level Physics (Grade C and above) desirable Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know. • Communication skills, • IT skills, • Attention to detail, • Organisation skills, • Administrative skills, • Number skills, • Analytical skills, • Logical, • Team working, • Initiative, • Patience Direct entry from school or college will normally require three A-levels (with one being Chemistry, Maths or Physics) or equivalent, equating to a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points. Prospective candidates should also have maths and English GCSE grade A-C or equivalent. We will individually evaluate candidates who do not meet these requirements but have suitable work experience. The Ideal candidate must be a good communicator, numerate and have an analytical and logical approach. You will need to have an aptitude for hands‑on, laboratory work as this will form a major part of your Apprenticeship. We develop, manufacture, apply and supply specialty chemical-based concepts, technology and service for the pulp and paper industry’s products and processes. In the UK we work extensively with the tissue industry, supplying both tissue manufacturers and tissue conversion customers. BIM was founded in 1973 in Sweden by Peter Wållberg and is today an international family entrepreneurial group, owned by the Wållberg family. BIM has approx. 220 employees worldwide. BIM is a research intensive enterprise. Spending approx. 8 - 12% of sales on R & D, In terms of R&D spend the company in the same league as large pharmaceutical producers. The head office is in Stenkullen, near Göteborg, Sweden, where you also find central R&D, customer service lab and one of our 5 production centres. BIM has local sales operations in Sweden, Norway, Finland, England, Germany, Belgium, Czech Republic, Portugal, France, South Africa and agents and distributors in most other pulp and papermaking countries. We are devoted to the “BIM Spirit”, a company culture based on commitment, hard work, innovation and customer intimacy. www.bimkemi.com Pension Scheme - Employer Amount - 5% Holiday Entitlement - 25 Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Apprentice leading to permanent role. The progression route can be to the technical team and into other aspects of the business, including operations or sales. The contact for this apprenticeship is: BIM UNITED KINGDOM LTD The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000048690. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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