Laboratory Technician

Description
Location:  Newbold works, Melbourne Rd, Ashby-de-la-Zouch LE65 1RS

Working for Resco Products
With a legacy spanning over 75 years, Resco Products has evolved into a powerhouse with 11 facilities across North America and the UK. This infrastructure enables us to provide swift and efficient service to our valued customers, setting new standards in the refractory industry. 

As an industry frontrunner, Resco excels in creating advanced refractory solutions that not only reduce downtime, but also amplify productivity, cementing our role as a product leader. 

Our unwavering commitment to detail is a cornerstone. Every product undergoes meticulous inspections throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring top-tier quality. Our team of industry experts intimately understands your challenges, enabling us to tailor solutions that perfectly align with your goals. 

Bolstered by an innovative engineering department, Resco defies convention. We offer detailed schematics and immersive 3D models that vividly underscore the Resco advantage, moving beyond onesize-fits-all solutions. 

We are now looking for a reliable and detail-oriented individual to join our Technical Team as a Level 6 Materials Laboratory Technician Apprentice.  The Package

• Starting salary: £18, 525 per annum, raising to £19,500 after completion of probation (3 months) - this will be paid as an hourly rate.
• Salary raises to National Minimum Wage after 12 month.
• Working hours: 37.5 hours per week
   - Monday to Thursday, 8am – 4.30pm 
   - Friday, 6am – 1.30pm 
• 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Shower & changing room facilities 
• Free onsite parking 
• Employee referral scheme 
• Regular training and CPD opportunities with potential visits to our manufacturing facilities in the USA. 

What will I be doing as a Laboratory Scientist (Materials) Apprentice? Reporting to the Quality Manager and working closely with our technical team, you’ll help uphold high standards, ensure accuracy and drive continuous improvement across our operations. If you’re committed to quality, enjoy problem-solving and want to make a meaningful contribution in a dynamic environment, this role could be a fantastic next step 

• Ensure precision in weighing raw materials to meet exact product specifications 
• Get hands-on with concrete mixing and mould preparation, contributing directly to our quality production 
• Set up, test and fine-tune laboratory equipment to keep everything running smoothly and accurately 
• Conduct essential lab work to uphold top-quality standards and product compliance 
• Record and analyse experimental trials, creating insightful reports that drive improvements
• Keep the workspace organised and efficient, optimising every inch of space 
• Build connections with our technical team in the USA, staying in close contact for R&D and quality updates 
• Follow up top quality standards and processes to support a safe, compliant and productive environment 

What could the future look like?
 There’s no limit to what you can achieve while working with Resco. Their team is at the heart of what they do, and they are looking for someone who wants to play a key part in that long term. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position with the business at the end of your apprenticeship.  Through practical ‘on-the-job’ training you’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills to provide competency and responsibility in carrying out testing and to help develop your career. You can look forward to a range of potential career paths in industries such as construction, engineering, aerospace, automotive or research and development. There is a growing demand for skilled professionals who can ensure the quality and reliability of materials used in various sectors  This apprenticeship program serves as a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in Materials, with the added opportunity to become a registered Technician (RSci Tech) and paves the way for further professional development into management positions such as more specialised roles or progress into leadership positions.  Rest assured, your hard work and determination will be recognised 
What will you bring? Qualifications
 For this position, you'll ideally need to hold a relevant A Level (or equivalent Level 3 qualification) in Mathematics and/or Science (Chemistry or Physics) at a minimum grade C. 

In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are also driven to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don’t already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role   Experience
 Whilst previous experience is great, we’re not just interested in experience and qualifications; we’re looking for someone with the right attitude and aptitude to fit right in at Resco Products.  About you

• This is a very hands on and practical role so you should be willing to get stuck in and learn from the offset
• You’ll be detail oriented, with a passion for achieving high quality results 
• Able to identify problems and record observations. 
• Confident in working to strict deadlines.
• The ability to think on your feet is crucial due to the environment and nature of the role - you will have good health and safety awareness and be able to work towards strict health and safety guidelines.
• We’re seeking somebody who loves to be busy and enjoys the practical side of working. If you currently hold some experience of working with tools and technical equipment, this is the perfect opportunity for you
• It’s important for you to be a confident communicator and a positive team player, with strong interpersonal skills (both written and verbal). 

To succeed in this apprenticeship, you’ll need bags of enthusiasm, be a fantastic collaborator and be hungry to learn Please note, because of the location of this position, you must hold a valid UK Driving License and be able to reliably commute to the site every day.  Even if this doesn’t sound quite like you, but you still think you could do a great job in the role, get in touch. We’re always open to hearing from you   
 
 
So how does the apprenticeship work?Our Degree Apprenticeships (Level 6) are designed to provide fearless scientists in the making with a head start in their chosen career. Giving you the best of both worlds, you’ll receive a recognised and accredited qualification whilst obtaining hands on practical experience.

Why Tiro?

At Tiro, we’ve partnered with Middlesex University to offer a variety of degree apprenticeship programs in the field of science including Applied Materials Sciences. Our programs are designed to give you the best of both worlds: academic learning and practical training that will set you up for success in your chosen career path.

Our programs are designed to offer an alternative to graduate schemes, providing opportunities for ambitious and driven individuals with exceptional talent in STEM to progress their careers while also earning a salary.
So how does the apprenticeship work?

At Tiro we’re obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships so we can’t wait to have you on board.  Over 33 months, you will develop your knowledge and skills in your chosen field to become a leader pushing development, knowledge generation and innovation.

You will be provided with 6 hours per week by your employer to conduct learning and training during working hours. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments.

You’ll be trained by a team of expert tutors from Tiro as well as an experienced workplace mentor at Resco who, together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career. You can read more about this specific programme here.

Requirements

At Tiro, our vision is to deliver transformational learning, developing apprentices into obsessive science and technology professionals and leaders, who succeed and thrive in industry. With that in mind we are looking for curious, inquiring learners, determined to continually develop core and technical skills and knowledge in their field. Our Apprentices are independent and motivated workers; they have a growth mind-set and a self-reflective approach to learning.
You’ll be fearless, ambitious, and hungry for progression onto higher levels of learning. Since this opportunity is working within the materials industry, you should have an interest in this sector, to want drive forward your career.  You’ll have an enthusiasm for science and problem solving, be able to follow procedures and also have an inquisitive nature enabling you to question the status quo.

Entry requirements

There are some minimum requirements you’ll need to meet to do an apprenticeship, these are rules set by the UK Government.

You’ll need to be over 18, not in full time education (at time of enrolment), have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK.

Alongside this you will need to have a minimum of Level 3 qualifications (A-levels, BTECs, or equivalent) AND relevant work experience or lab based experience. 

If you don’t quite meet these minimum requirements yet, let us know you’re interested here, and we’ll get in touch to discuss this further with you.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to earn a degree, gain work experience, and set yourself up for a bright future.  We're Tiro (pronounced ‘Tea-ro’ as in white, two sugars).
In Latin, it means novice, recruit, apprentice, beginner and soldier. The perfect name for a company that’s been helping fearless apprentices to join ambitious businesses since 2005.

We believe that great apprenticeships help everyone. There are remarkable apprentices out there just waiting to be found, and fantastic employment opportunities waiting to be filled.

Our work will never be just about getting bums on seats and pocketing our commission. In our own small way, we’re helping to change the world – finding people that are working on COVID vaccines, finding new ways for technology to help humanity and helping to tackle the big issues of the day, like climate change. As well as helping people – young and old – to find their way.

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