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Quality Control Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) - FIRA International
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Quality Control Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) - FIRA International
Location: Unit 3 Cockerell Cl, Stevenage SG1 2NB
Working for Fira International
Element is one of the world’s fastest-growing testing, inspection and certification businesses, operating across 270 sites in 30 countries with over 9,000 employees worldwide. Our purpose is simple: to make tomorrow safer than today.
FIRA International, part of the Element Group, provides independent testing, certification, inspection and technical services to the furniture industry. We help customers ensure their products and materials are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.
About Company
The Package
Starting salary: £24,479 per annum Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance scheme Legal & General Pension Scheme Cycle to work scheme Free onsite refreshments Recommend a friend bonus Perks at Work discount scheme Regular training and CPD opportunities
Key Responsibilities
FIRA International are pleased to be able to offer you the opportunity to both earn a salary and study towards a nationally recognised qualifications through our Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship.
Preparation Of Materials
Ensure that test items are correctly handled, stored and conditioned. All test preparation (e.g. cutting, sizing, labelling and affixing) to be in accordance with standards and procedures
Testing:
Enter and update all job status on testing system as required. Conduct all tests to recognised test standard, methodology, FIRA procedures, UKAS and general quality requirements. Correctly set up, monitor and measure each test, recording all relevant data.
Results:
Ensure that test results are accurately recorded and collated. Produce draft and submit written reports in the correct format
Standards:
Understand and apply relevant standards for each test and keep abreast of any developments in standards.
Flexibility:
Be prepared to assist in any test area and learn additional skills as directed. Assist in calibration and maintenance of equipment where necessary Assist in accepting all testing deliveries, sign for and book in samples, mark up and ensure located correctly.
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Health and Safety:
Responsible for health and safety issues within own work area. Observe all health and safety regulations and ensure good housekeeping and PPE.
About You
You’re naturally curious and enjoy understanding how things work, not just following instructions. You take pride in getting things right, paying close attention to detail, and producing accurate, reliable results. Whether you’ve explored science before or are just starting out, you’re motivated to build real knowledge and develop a long-term career in a laboratory environment.
You’re someone who thrives in a structured setting - you like clarity, routine, and knowing what good looks like. Following processes, working to standards, and carefully recording your work feels satisfying rather than restrictive. You’re patient, focused, and comfortable spending time on precise tasks, even when they’re repetitive, because you understand that quality and consistency matter.
You take ownership of your learning, are open to feedback, and approach your work with a calm, methodical mindset. You’re just as happy working independently as you are contributing to a team, and you’re excited by the idea of progressing within a lab setting - building your skills step by step and becoming a trusted expert over time.
Please note: You must be 18+ due to the nature of the working environment
Apprenticeship Eligibility
To Apply For This Apprenticeship, You Must
✔️ 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
Apprenticeships are designed to provide new knowledge, skills and behaviours, so applicants should not already hold a Level 3, degree or higher qualification in a closely related subject, or have significant experience in the same field.
If you’re unsure whether you meet the criteria, we’d still love to hear from you - get in touch and we can advise you further.
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So how does the apprenticeship work?
Start your career as a laboratory technician and gain hands-on experience supporting real scientific work in a professional laboratory or technical environment.
As part of this Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship, you’ll learn how to carry out tests, analyse data, and contribute to important projects, whether that’s in a laboratory or a more practical, site-based environment.
Learn more about the programme here.
Over 20 months, you’ll combine day-to-day experience in your role with structured training delivered by expert tutors at Tiro. Our blended learning approach includes a mix of online sessions, in-person training, and hands-on support, alongside guidance from a dedicated mentor in the workplace.
You’ll spend at least 6 hours per week on off-the-job training, including virtual learning, practical activities, and applied assignments.
What your training will look like: You’ll follow a structured programme combining live sessions, online learning, and hands-on workplace training to build your skills step by step.
What could your future look like?
This apprenticeship will help you build the skills and experience needed to start your career as a laboratory technician and progress within the industry.
Through hands-on training, you’ll develop the competence and confidence to carry out laboratory testing and take on increasing responsibility in your role. This programme can also lead to professional recognition, such as becoming a Registered Science Technician (RSciTech).
You’ll gain experience that’s valued across a wide range of technical and scientific roles, opening up opportunities to grow and specialise in your chosen field.
If you choose to continue your development, you may also have the opportunity to progress onto higher-level qualifications, such as degree apprenticeships in Biology, Materials, or Chemistry.
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