Material Science Technologist Degree Apprentice opportunity ... commencing Summer 2025

STADA Arzneimittel AG; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join STADA Arzneimittel AG as a Material Science Technologist Degree Apprentice in Huddersfield. This full-time, 50-month program blends hands-on experience in the Materials, Science & Technology team with academic learning, providing a solid start for A-Level or T-Level students in the pharmaceutical industry. Competitive salary, hybrid working, and a robust benefits package await you as you embark on this exciting career path.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Annual bonus scheme

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

On-site subsidised canteen

Health benefits through Medicash Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support

Enhanced Family Leave

Qualifications

• Educated to A-Level standard with passes at Grade C or above in a Scientific subject.
• Interest and knowledge in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Understanding of GMP and current validation sciences.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement validation strategies for regulatory approvals.
• Assist the technology transfer process and learn site-specific technologies.
• Support validation programs to ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

A-Level or T-Level in a relevant Scientific subject

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

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Join our Early Careers Programme – Material Science Technologist Degree Apprentice opportunity … commencing Summer 2025

STADA Thornton & Ross is one of UK's fastest-growing producers of consumer healthcare products including Covonia, Savlon, Nizoral, Cetraben and Zoflora. Our Specialty and Generic medicines also address therapeutic areas including dermatology, bone health, kidney disease and more. With more than 700 employees, we’re proud that our growth journey is supporting Britain’s wellbeing in multiple settings, including consumer healthcare, hospital, primary care, pharmacy and homecare.

Our mission is Caring for People’s Health as a Trusted Partner, and we’re always looking out for talented people to join our team and support our exciting growth plan.

Huddersfield |U.K.| Full-time | Fixed-Term 50 Months

In this newly created role, you will be immersed in the Materials, Science & Technology (MS&T) team at STADA. You will work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining valuable experience in Process & Validation. Your contributions will directly support our MS&T team in maintaining efficient operations and ensuring high-quality Manufacture across the organisation.

This role is specifically aimed at an A-Level or T-Level student who is looking for the first step on the career ladder. Alongside your role as the Validation Apprentice, you will undertake the 4 year (Level 6) Apprenticeship to achieve your qualification through a mixture of on-site and online academic learning.

How You Will Make an Impact

On a day-to-day basis your key responsibilities will include:

• Planning and implementing validation strategies to secure regulatory approvals for products in both domestic and international markets.
• Deepen your knowledge of site-specific technologies and validation best practices.
• Assist the technology transfer process as the receiving site, gaining hands-on experience in the commercialization and product launch of new products.
• Support site validation program for new and existing products, processes, and systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and performance criteria.
• Learn & utilize statistical analysis to deepen process understanding and knowledge.
• Monitor critical variables and key parameters, using data trending to support equipment selection and validation activities.
• Support validation councils and report status against plans, ensuring alignment with Tech transfer and validation plans.
• Communicate and track cost-saving projects, ensuring delivery within agreed timeframes.

What We Are Looking For

• Educated to at least A-Level standard within the last 2 years, with passes at Grade C or above in a relevant Scientific subject (or predicted grades if completing A levels in summer 2025).
• A knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry
• Desire to learn within a quality compliant organisation.
• An understanding of GMP and current validation sciences.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage various stakeholders in person, by phone, chat messaging and email.
• Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines. Good IT skills with a proven ability to use Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

How we care for you

At Thornton & Ross our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return:

Competitive starting salary of £25,000 and an annual bonus scheme.

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.

Hybrid working – we spend three days of your choice in the office, with the remaining days working at home.

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.

On-site subsidised canteen.

Health benefits provided through our Medicash Health Cash Plan

Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.

Enhanced Family Leave.

Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.

STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.