Polymer Laboratory Technician Apprentice
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Company: PRISMA COLOUR LTD
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Location: HIGH PEAK, SK22 1AH
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £15,600.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000058517
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Application Deadline Date: 12/11/2026
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Start Date: 13/11/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm. 37.5 hours per week. Paid overtime opportunities may be available once fully trained.
Brief Description
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Laboratory Technician Apprentice to join our Quality Control and Colour Development Laboratory. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a busy laboratory environment while working towards a Level 3 Polymer Processing Technician Apprenticeship.
Training to be Provided
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard.
Future Prospects
Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to a permanent position within Prisma Colour's technical team, with opportunities to progress into Quality Control, Product Development, Research & Development, Colour Matching or other specialist technical roles.
Vacancy Detail
You will support both the Quality Control (QC) and Research & Development (R&D) teams, helping to test products, assess colour accuracy, carry out laboratory activities and maintain high quality standards. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine interest in science, manufacturing, product development and innovation.
As part of your apprenticeship, your duties will include:
- Conducting visual and instrumental colour assessments to ensure products meet customer and quality standards.
- Testing production batches for colour shade, strength and consistency.
- Recording and maintaining accurate laboratory results and documentation.
- Monitoring production samples and reporting any out-of-specification results.
- Supporting continuous improvement activities within the laboratory.
- Assisting with colour matching and formulation development projects.
- Working closely with production and technical teams to resolve quality issues.
- Maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring the laboratory is kept clean, organised and safe.
- Supporting product development activities and evaluating materials and processes.
- Following laboratory procedures, health and safety requirements and quality standards at all times.
Other Information
Desired Skills and Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good numeracy and literacy skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to follow instructions, procedures and laboratory methods accurately.
- Ability to keep accurate records and data.
- Reliable, punctual and well organised.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving skills and curiosity to understand how products and processes work.
- Able to work safely and follow laboratory procedures.
Important - Excellent colour vision is essential due to the visual colour assessment requirements of the role.
Desirable
- Interest in chemistry, materials science, plastics, polymers, coatings, colour technology or manufacturing.
- Previous experience in a laboratory, manufacturing or technical environment.
- Experience using laboratory equipment or carrying out practical scientific experiments.
- Interest in product development and innovation.