Chemical Laboratory Technician Apprentice (Level 3) - Ellipsis Brands

Description Location: Unit 8 Eleven Mile Ln, Suton, Norwich, Wymondham NR18 9JL  Working for Ellipsis Brands   Norfolk-based company Ellipsis Brands is a fast-growing cosmetics business, focused on creating and growing distinctive new brands in personal care. Ellipsis sells to many UK retailers and directly to retailers and distributors around the globe, as well as online.    Ellipsis products include but are not limited to emulsions (creams, gels, etc), oil blends (including fragranced products), washes, cleansers, serums, in both hot and cold-filled products. The apprentice must feel confident and happy to operate machinery such as heating plates, pH meters, viscometers, high-shear mixers, and overhead stirrers. There will be sufficient training if the apprentice is not familiar with the equipment listed. The apprentice is expected to work closely with the Development team assuring all the necessary quality checks and lab duties are performed on time and as planned. This apprenticeship represents a significant opportunity for someone who wishes to start a career in the sciences, or particularly the cosmetic industry.   The Package At Tiro, we make great things happen for people. And that starts with you. In this role you’ll receive: Starting salary of £18,000 - £21,000 per year (dependant on age & experience) 22 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays, (added bonus you also get your birthday off!) 37.5 hrs per week 8:30am – 5:00pm (1 hour lunch break) End of quarter drinks! ‘Pizza Fridays’ on the last day of the month! Free onsite parking  Pension scheme - company contribution of 3%  What will I be doing as an apprentice? Ellipsis Brands is looking for a Chemical Laboratory Apprentice. This will be an important role in the business to support the development of new products and ensuring Quality Control procedures are met on time and to a high standard. The lab team is a nimble, dynamic, and friendly team that works primarily on the formulation and development of cosmetic products; however, the team also covers aspects of the Quality Assurance processes which will form a part of the Laboratory Apprentice duties. What you’ll be doing: Administration Booking in new raw materials and ensuring these are risk assessed before use Collation, filing and reporting of test results (stability/challenge/compatibility/user trials) Collate and publish internal product paperwork to aid PIF (product information file) preparation Manage and maintain paperwork ensuring all files are up to date Laboratory Small-scale bulk manufacture; up to 5kg manufacturing of cosmetic formulations for testing purposes Maintaining stock levels of raw materials and consumables  Helping to ensure the lab is a clean, orderly, and purposeful environment Quality control of raw materials and the associated paperwork (checking viscosity, smell, pH, appearance, etc) Stability assessment and paperwork  What could the future look like?     Our goal is to transform you into a fully competent member of the Ellipsis team, ideally open to accepting a full-time, permanent position within the team, with opportunities for exciting progression in the future.  Through ‘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 and the business as a whole.   This apprenticeship can also help pave the way for further educational and professional advancement.  Skills, Knowledge, and Experience About you   We're looking for someone who has a real can do, positive attitude, is confident, motivated and a real team player. The culture within this business is very important and Ellipsis are really looking for someone to add to this, to be accountable for their work and have a real interest in the business. You will be willing to help others and have a passion for growth. An interest in cosmetics is a bonus! Every day will be different, and you'll have the opportunity to work closely with the team to succeed. You'll need to be a good communicator to speak up and to work together.   To succeed in this apprenticeship, you’ll need bags of enthusiasm, be a fantastic collaborator and be hungry to learn!  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 enthusiastic candidates! 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 21 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘off the job’ training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments. Together this will count towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Ellipsis Brands who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career. Being an apprentice is hands-on, so you’ll get the chance to learn things you might otherwise not have experienced in a university or college environment. The best part? You’ll be earning a salary while you gain your qualifications, meaning no huge student loans to pay back at the end of the programme! Want to know more. Check out the apprenticeship standards here. Eligibility   While we never want to hinder your job application process with obstacles, there are some minimum requirements you’ll need to meet in order to do an apprenticeship, these are rules set by the UK Government. You’ll need to be over 18+ , not be in full time education, have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK. Driving license is preferred but not required.  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.  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.