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Lab Technician (Level 3) Apprenticeship – Coveris Winsford Ltd

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Location: Chesire
To provide technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively, whilst adhering to correct procedures and health and safety guidelines. Qualification RequirementsMinimum 5 GCSEs grade ...
To provide technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively, whilst adhering to correct procedures and health and safety guidelines.

Qualification Requirements
Minimum 5 GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C) inc Maths English and Science

Salary – Apprentice Minimum Wage

Benefits

  • Holiday Allowance – 25 Days Holiday Allowance, plus Bank Holidays
  • Pension – Employee 5%, Employer 3%
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Onsite Parking
  • Onsite Canteen
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Death in Service
  • Employee Recognition / Awards

Location – Winsford, Cheshire

Working Hours
Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm

Duration – 28 months

Start Date – 1st May 2025

Interview Date – April 2025

Closing Date for Applications – 31st March 2025

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Job Description

To provide technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively, whilst adhering to correct procedures and health and safety guidelines.

Job Responsibilities – Competences:

  • Carry out film and polymer analytical routine and nonroutine testing using a variety of laboratory techniques.
  • Ensure laboratory equipment is accurately calibrated.
  • Monitoring and ordering of all laboratory consumables.
  • Ensure that the laboratory is kept in a clean and presentable condition.
  • Build and maintain a ‘library’ of polymers.
  • Collection of samples from production areas as required.
  • Order and maintain relevant and up to date ISO and ASTM standards.
  • Carry out all duties in accordance with site product safety, hygiene and environmental procedures.
  • Completion of duties in a safe and responsible manner and in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, making recommendations for improvement through Health & Safety Representatives as appropriate.

Completion of ad-hoc duties to meet the needs of the business, subject to appropriate training.

Essential Experience

  • Experience of science or Engineering A level qualification

Essential Skills and Knowledge

  • Sound IT Skills in all Microsoft Office programmes.
  • Laboratory testing and analytical experience.

Desirable individual Qualities

  • Enquiring and analytical mind.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Methodical approach to work showing strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to plan own workload.
  • Effective communication skills.

Key Behaviours/Values

  • Demonstrate commitment to the health & safety and the wellbeing of individuals and the environment.
  • Demonstrate commitment to excellence in quality and efficiency placing the customer at the centre of operational activities to meet quality objectives.
  • Supports the training and development of team members ensuring both individual and wider team skills and competencies are continually reviewed and developed to meet operational KPI’s and objectives.
  • Maintains performance, competencies, and motivation for self and individuals within the team.
  • Communicates in an open and honest manner demonstrating ethical and professional behaviours at all times. Understands and promotes Coveris values
  • Respects the rights, differences, and dignity of all those who work in, and lead our business.

Coveris Expectations

  • Challenges team members where performance or behaviour falls outside of Coveris expectation to Safety, Quality, Housekeeping, interpersonal standards.
  • Identifies opportunities to improve operational performance.
  • Adheres at all times to safe operating procedures and ensure area of responsibility remains hazard free as far as is reasonably practicable.
  • Dependability – Takes personal ownership of all aspects of the job role. Delivers on KPI’s and objectives.
  • Self-motivated – Creates their own motivation. Self–motivation that does not require a high level of “hand-holding,” as well as the ability to tackle obstacles that arise day to day.

Candidate Requirements

Microsoft Office IT skills, Lab testing/analytical experience.

Enquiring and analytical mind, strong problem-solving skills, effective communication skills, methodical approach to work showing attention to detail.


Training To Be Delivered

Apprenticeship Standard: Lab Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship

Training Provider: Cogent Skills

Delivery model: Blended – mixture of online and in person training


Future Prospects

After successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is potential to be considered for a full-time position within the Laboratory team

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About Coveris Winsford Limited

Coveris is a leading global manufacturer, creating high performance and technically engineered packaging solutions. At our Winsford site, we produce polythene film for a range of established customers across multiple industries including agricultural, industrial, and food based.

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About this role

Department
Manufacturing
Locations
Chesire
20 Road One, Winsford Industrial Estate, Winsford, Cheshire, CW7 3RD
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Closing Date
31st March 2025
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Contact
Dylan
Recruitment Co-ordinator

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