Laboratory Manager Apprentice (Level 5) - BST Supplies
| Posting date: | 17 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £29,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 April 2026 |
| Location: | B.S.T. Supplies & Co, Zenith, Fordhouse Road, Wolverhampton, WV10 9FB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Tiro |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
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Summary
We are pleased to offer an opportunity for a Laboratory Manager Level 5 Apprentice to join the team and support the effective operation of laboratory and materials testing activities. In this role, you will contribute to maintaining safe, compliant, and efficient laboratory processes while supporting quality assurance and testing activities across the organisation.
This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a future career in laboratory leadership and quality management, giving you the opportunity to develop technical, operational, and problem-solving skills within a supportive environment focused on safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Summary of duties:
Carry out materials testing, including tensile and impact testing, on production materials where required.
Ensure all testing activities follow company quality procedures and relevant ASTM and BS standards.
Make sure all materials used for testing are correctly identified and fully traceable using batch or BST reference numbers.
Read and interpret technical specifications and accurately record test results in line with customer and international material standards.
Conduct mechanical, physical, and visual inspections of raw materials and components to confirm they meet required specifications.
Prepare materials and components for metallurgical examination where required.
Ensure laboratory testing equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and safe to use.
Record testing information using company systems and produce reports, including logging non-conformances (NCRs).
Work with colleagues across departments to resolve testing queries and confirm materials meet product requirements.
Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and housekeeping within the laboratory and testing areas.
This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a future career in laboratory leadership and quality management, giving you the opportunity to develop technical, operational, and problem-solving skills within a supportive environment focused on safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Summary of duties:
Carry out materials testing, including tensile and impact testing, on production materials where required.
Ensure all testing activities follow company quality procedures and relevant ASTM and BS standards.
Make sure all materials used for testing are correctly identified and fully traceable using batch or BST reference numbers.
Read and interpret technical specifications and accurately record test results in line with customer and international material standards.
Conduct mechanical, physical, and visual inspections of raw materials and components to confirm they meet required specifications.
Prepare materials and components for metallurgical examination where required.
Ensure laboratory testing equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and safe to use.
Record testing information using company systems and produce reports, including logging non-conformances (NCRs).
Work with colleagues across departments to resolve testing queries and confirm materials meet product requirements.
Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and housekeeping within the laboratory and testing areas.
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