Laboratory Technician Apprentice - Quality Team URGO LIMITED

The successful candidate will ensure safe and efficient production of goods through to release from previous production stage or raw materials. Helping to maintain and develop the quality and environmental management systems. The role includes recording and confirmation of corrective action of quality non-conformances and adherence to quantity and batch control system and recording of data as required.

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Closing date: 16 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,168.00

    23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

  • Working week

    Monday - Thursday: 8am - 4.30pm, Friday: 8am - 1pm.

    Total hours per week: 39.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    05 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000196144

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Working within a team of people in Quality and Production to test bandages and hosiery products using equipment such as HATRA, Hounsfield, Cetme and other testing devices
  • Set-up and operation of a variety of ancillary equipment as required to support the testing process (i.e., washing machine, aging oven)
  • Adherence to testing schedules plans as notified by the Team Leader/QHSE Manager
  • Isolate any faults identified in accordance with operation procedures
  • Recording and confirmation of corrective action of quality non-conformances
  • Adherence to quantity and batch control system and recording of data as required
  • Assist and contribute to the maintenance and development of the QMS and EMS
  • Updating and maintenance of any paperwork as requested by your Team/Leader Manager
  • Ensure a safe working environment and approach to your/your team's work
  • Ensures a pro-active, fact-based approach to all forms of waste material and time. Highlight loss and damage to the Team Leader/QHSE Manager

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • L3 Apprenticeship Standard in Laboratory Technician
  • Functional Skills Level 2 in English and maths (if required)

Delivery Method:

  • Some sessions delivered at Loughborough College
  • Online portfolio to update with learning and development completed onsite
  • Diarised visits from dedicated trainer/assessor
  • Attendance to Loughborough College for Functional Skills (if required)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Potential opportunity for a permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) Essential

Things to consider

Additional training to take place at Loughborough College to develop knowledge, skills, and behaviours in accordance to this apprenticeship. Please ensure you are able to travel before applying. Loughborough College reserves the right to withdraw this vacancy before the end date, following consultation with the employer.

About the employer

Urgo Industries produces bandages and medical compression hosiery at our manufacturing facility in Shepshed. We pride ourselves on our high quality manufacture of both the Altimed Hosiery range and components of Urgo’s Compression Bandaging Systems which are supplied to the NHS and leading Pharmacy distributers. Urgo have an opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join our Quality Team to ensure the safe and efficient production of goods through to release either from previous production stage or raw materials. This role also supports the maintenance and development of our quality and environmental management systems to ensure continuous improvement throughout the quality function.

Employer

URGO LIMITED

Address

Sullington Road

Shepshed

Loughborough

LE12 9JG

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Training

Training provider

LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE

Contact

Sophia Cleaver

apprenticeships@loucoll.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Laboratory technician

Level 3 (A level)

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