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Quality and Research and Development Laboratory Technician Apprentice

Monocon International Refractories LTD · S Yorkshire · posted 29 July 2026

Wage
Competitive
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
4 Years
Level
Degree (Level 6)
Standard
Materials science technologist (degree) (level 6)
Starts
21 September 2026
Closing date
14 August 2026
Positions
1

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Key Responsibilities:

  • General laboratory duties within a busy manufacturing adjacent laboratory
  • Assistance with quality control and assurance processes
  • Assistance with research and development projects
  • Production environment support as required by the business
  • Upholding high quality standards for both production processes and laboratory activities
  • Safe and appropriate usage of laboratory machinery, equipment and materials, including working with high temperatures and heavy machinery

Tests conducted including but not limited to:

  • Particle size analysis
  • Mixing, drying and firing
  • Porosity determination
  • Firing and drying tests
  • Mechanical properties testing (CCS, CMOR, HMOR)
  • Abrasion testing
  • Entering data and maintaining data integrity, use of computer equipment and computer security

Where it leads

Potential for a wide range of future career paths at Monocon, including product and process development, product management, sales, production management and product support.

About Monocon International Refractories LTD

Working as part of a small, but busy team in the technical department laboratory of a major refractory materials manufacturer based outside Doncaster, South Yorkshire. The ideal candidate would be a driven and ambitious individual with a keen eye for detail.

Things to consider

Things to consider:

  • The ability to get to the worksite based in Doncaster via public transport or your own transport
  • Physical ability to lift and handle weights of around 15kg when required
  • The working environment may contain dust and hazardous substances, and sometimes have loud noises
  • PPE will always be provided

Skills they're looking for

IT skillsAnalytical skillsTeam workingInitiativePhysical fitnessIndpendentTrustworthy and Honest

Entry requirements

  • A Level Mathematics or a Mathematics-based subject (grade Minimum C) — essential
  • A Level Science or Technology-based subject (grade Minimum C) — essential
  • BTEC Science or Technology-based subject (grade DMM) — essential

Where you'll work

  • OLD DENABY, DONCASTER, S YORKSHIRE, DN12 4LQ

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