At a Glance
- Tasks: Assemble lab devices, mix reagents, and conduct quality control checks.
- Company: Join a friendly company creating revolutionary science tools for DNA research.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn with a paid apprenticeship and potential for permanent position.
- Other info: 80% on-the-job training with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in science and develop valuable skills in a hands-on environment.
- Qualifications: Maths and English grades 4-8; passion for learning and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 19575 - 23925 £ per year.
Sector: Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies
Application Deadline Date: 26/08/2026
Start Date: 01/09/2026
Working Week: 9-6, 1 hour for lunch, can be flexible.
About the course:
Make an impact and start your career making revolutionary science tools used all over the world. We are a small, friendly company that creates awesome equipment and kits for scientists working with DNA. Do you enjoy hands-on projects, crafting, or technical hobbies?
Qualifications Required:
- Maths and English 4-8
Personal Qualities:
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
Skills Required:
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
Training to be Provided:
Science Manufacturing Process Operative Level 2
Future Prospects:
- Achieved a Science Manufacturing Process Operative qualification (L2 NVQ Diploma)
- Developed operational and project management skills
- Applied creative thinking to overcome challenges with innovative solutions
- Gained core knowledge of engineering / science principles and design
Your apprenticeship experience:
You will work toward a Level 2 Science Manufacturing Process Operative qualification. This is a 15 - 18 month programme. You will spend 80% of your time on-site learning on the job and 20% of your time on dedicated 'off-the-job' training (fully paid). Once you complete your apprenticeship, we hope you will also apply for a permanent position, which will come with a substantial increase in wage.
So far, our team has had two apprentices who have become full-time team members. Here is what one of them said about their experience:
"My favourite part of working with Bento during my apprenticeship is that I can take my learnings and actually use them in work. Being able to share my ideas and feedback and implement them makes me feel like I'm actually learning, as well as being a valuable member of the team."
What will you be doing?
You are a person who wants to learn new skills. You are diligent, and have an eye for detail. You don't just want to get something done quickly, you want to get it done right.
Average week might include:
- Assembling laboratory devices
- Aliquoting and mixing reagents
- Conducting quality control check and repair of components
- Maintaining sterile environments for DNA-grade production
- 3D printing parts and prototypes
- Prototyping and experimenting with process improvements
- Prepare orders for shipping to customers around the world
This role involves working with small components, including fine soldering and precision pipetting.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
At the end of the Apprenticeship, you will have:
- Achieved a Science Manufacturing Process Operative qualification (L2 NVQ Diploma)
- Developed operational and project management skills
- Applied creative thinking to overcome challenges with innovative solutions
- Gained core knowledge of engineering / science principles and design
Training will be delivered on-site with regular visits every 4 to 6 weeks from the assessor.
Desired skills and personal qualities:
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
Things to consider:
Never mind if you do not tick all the boxes. If you are interested in this apprenticeship and think you would thrive as part of our team, please get in touch. We are looking for a candidate with passion, and a desire to learn.
Science Manufacturing Process Operative Apprenticeship in Preston employer: skills4group
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