Level 3 Chemical Manufacturing Technician Apprentice

Tiro; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Pension scheme (5% employee / 4% 4%)

Overtime available

Life cover/Death in service

Regular training and CPD opportunities

Job summary

Safapac invites applications for a Chemical Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3). Based at Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, you’ll start on a 22‑month training pathway with online sessions, hands‑on projects, and a dedicated workplace mentor.

You'll work on production lines, learn quality control, health and safety, and continuous improvement, developing practical skills while earning a salary and pursuing professional recognition such as RSciTech.

Qualifications

• Be 18 or over
• Not be in full-time education
• Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
• Have the right to work in the UK
• Should not already hold a Level 3, degree or higher qualification in a closely related subject, or have significant experience in the same field.

Responsibilities

• Carry out manufacturing activities including adding materials to vessels, transferring product, monitoring mills, disposing of packaging, and cleaning plant and equipment.
• Support the set-up and operation of manufacturing equipment under supervision.
• Complete effective shift handovers, clearly communicating progress, issues and priorities.
• Perform in-process quality checks and record results using barcode scanners, PLC tablets or other systems.
• Ensure formulations and finished products meet specification and GMP standards.
• Accurately record materials information, including arrival weights, usage and returns.

Job description

Safapac invites applications for a Chemical Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3). Based at Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, you’ll start on a 22‑month training pathway with online sessions, hands‑on projects, and a dedicated workplace mentor.

You'll work on production lines, learn quality control, health and safety, and continuous improvement, developing practical skills while earning a salary and pursuing professional recognition such as RSciTech.