Quality Control Mechanical Laboratory Apprentice
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Company: HEXCEL COMPOSITES LTD
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Location: Cambridge, CB22 4QB
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £26,520.00 per year
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Sector: Health and science
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Ref: NAS-2000057684
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Application Deadline Date: 21/10/2026
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Start Date: 02/11/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: 8.30am - 4.45pm Monday - Friday.
Brief Description
You will support the Quality Control team in ensuring that finished products meet established quality standards. The apprentice will develop practical laboratory skills while undertaking a recognised apprenticeship programme, gaining testing experience in mechanical testing, laboratory operations, and quality systems.
Training to be Provided
You will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, which will include:
- Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
- On-the-job competency training
- Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science (if required)
The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week with some face-to-face practical sessions / exams in Birmingham (if BTEC is included).
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Institute of Physics, Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.
Future Prospects
Potential progression into a full-time technician role, with longer-term development along a technical career pathway aligned to Hexcel’s grading structure and business needs.
Vacancy Detail
Key responsibilities:
- Assist with routine laboratory sample preparation and testing of finished products
- Prepare samples and laboratory equipment for analysis
- Perform Mechanical testing under supervision using approved methods and procedures
- Accurately record results in laboratory log sheets, electronic systems and quality databases
- Maintain laboratory equipment through routine cleaning, calibration, and performance checks
- Follow all health, safety, and environmental requirements within the laboratory
- Assist with stock control of laboratory consumables.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities aimed at enhancing laboratory efficiency and effectiveness.
- Complete all apprenticeship coursework and workplace training requirements.
Other Information
- You must have been a UK resident for a minimum of 3 years to be eligible for this position
- If you already hold a BSc or MSc in a closely related field, you will be ineligible for apprenticeship funding
- We are a manufacturing site on the outskirts of a village so the applicant must be able to drive
- Must be 18 years or older due to the nature of the work being carried out
- To give yourself the best chance, please ensure your application is genuine and written in your own words. Applications created solely with AI tools may not be accepted