Laboratory Scientist Apprentice

As a Laboratory Scientist Apprentice, you will complete a Level 6 Laboratory Scientist apprenticeship over 4 years, receiving on the job training and necessary support. This is the perfect opportunity to earn while you learn and gain a valuable qualification, a BSc Honours degree, alongside real-life work experience. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. You will provide a very high standard of laboratory work that supports the requests of our stakeholders. In addition, the position is designed to create opportunity to gain experience in a wide variety of laboratories at Hazelwood so that you develop a broad understanding of our chemistry, the test and technique fundamentals that are used to characterise and qualify them, along with an analytical mindset to create fundamental knowledge and critical problem-solving skills. You will develop technical and business knowledge to build a solid foundation for your future career. You will be given the opportunity to train at a level that matches your technical experience as you progress through the Apprenticeship. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate good attention to detail, a flexible approach to their work and be an open communicator. What We're Looking For:

• Learning through our development programme and appointed mentor
• Providing support to tactical and strategic projects across the departmental operation
• Building your knowledge and practical skills to be an effective contributor
• Demonstrating the capabilities, you have learnt to further enhance the programme
• Develop and grow a project management and communication mindset
• Provide your thoughts and ideas on topics when opportunities arise
• Look for opportunities to continuously improve safety, quality and efficiency
• Look to promote the company, the department and yourself
  
  Be comfortable with and interested in working within a laboratory
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including telephone skills
• Accurate data entry skills and keen attention to detail
• Good general organisational skills, including planning and prioritisation
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• You must have or be on track to achieve 3 A-levels (or equivalent) at grade B or above, one of which must be in Chemistry.
• Have a minimum of grade C/4 in GCSE Maths and English
  
  The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a specialty chemical company whose science delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales, and technical offices around the world and has about 8,000 employees. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com.
We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognise unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life., Unleash Your Potential. At Lubrizol we're transforming the market and looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey. If you are ready to join an international company with talent around the world, and want to make a real impact, we want you on our team., Please note, Lubrizol Hazelwood (near Belper) is located in a rural setting with no regular bus service to site, therefore you will require your own transport., You'll also gain valuable qualifications and experience that will set you up for a successful career. You will find that Lubrizol offer a wealth of career and development opportunities. We employ the very best talent and strive to offer our employees the opportunity to grow and learn. We are partnering with Manchester Metropolitan University to deliver the apprenticeship training. Training will be delivered by distance learning alongside occasional residential stays at the University. Ready for your next career step? Apply today and let's shape the future together! It's an exciting time to be part of Lubrizol. Lubrizol is not staying put. We are continually learning and evolving. Our passion delivers our success - not only for Lubrizol but for those who count on us every day: our employees, customers and communities. We work with a relentless commitment to operate safely and responsibly, keeping safety, sustainability, ethics, and compliance at the forefront of everything we do. The well-being of our employees, customers and communities is paramount to our culture and in the way we approach our work. As a diverse, global team, we work together to solve some of the world's most pressing challenges. We impact everyday lives through science only Lubrizol can deliver, and we never stop pushing to do it better. One of the founding principles of The Lubrizol Corporation more than 90 years ago was treating every employee with dignity and respect. That same commitment is only stronger today. More than that, we are committed to providing an environment where every employee can be the best they can be, no matter their ethnic origin, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic. Job Segment: Laboratory, Research Scientist, Chemical Research, Chemistry, Data Entry, Science, Engineering, Administrative

competitive salary of circa £16,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience, plus an excellent benefits package including 25 days holiday, allocated study time and generous company pension scheme.