DESCRIPTION

Location: Unit 5, 5 Wainwright Cl, Hastings, Saint Leonards-on-sea TN38 9PP

WORKING FOR PETRARCH PANELS

In today’s demanding world, architecture must fulfil so many needs and take on numerous roles. From energy efficiency and ever rigid safety standards, to durability, creativity and of course value for money. The ‘must-have’ checklist is increasingly longer. As a result, architectural product manufacturers and architectural product designers are constantly raising their game – introducing unique and technically advanced cladding materials, to deliver on this demand.
At Petrarch Panels we’re proud to present a range of premium cladding and framing solutions which enable designers and architects to realise their creative visions.
Located in Hastings, the successful apprentice will be working with leading experts to develop their skills and knowledge within the material testing sector. Perfect for anyone with an interest in science looking for a non -traditional lab-based role.

The Package

• Starting salary is £19,000 per year
• 37.5hours per week with 1 hour lunch break
• 8am - 4.30pm, Monday - Friday
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension
• Regular training and CPD opportunities

EXPERIENCE

We’re not just interested in experience and qualifications; we’re looking for someone with the right attitude and aptitude to fit right in at Petrarch Panels.

QUALIFICATIONS

It’s about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are driven to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don’t already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role!

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for someone who is focused and meticulous in all aspects of work. Someone who demonstrates an ability to learn quickly and absorb new skills and is capable of following instructions and procedures accurately and in a timely and efficient manner.
Be prepared for a challenge as you take on activities to ensure the targets are met, whilst standards are upheld to ensure the safety of your team and working environment.
To succeed in this apprenticeship, you’ll need bags of enthusiasm, be a fantastic collaborator and be hungry to learn!

• Operate laboratory and pilot machinery, namely mixing and press-moulding equipment, to ensure that formulations are produced to the correct quality, quantity, and timescale to meet project requirements.
• Troubleshoot problems in the manufacturing plant, and design and conduct short-term laboratory scale experiments, or long-term projects to address and solve these problems.
• Characterise materials and composites derived from them.
• Work under supervision of scientists/engineers/production management to develop new material formulations and manufacturing technologies.
• Record experimental observations and outcomes in laboratory notebooks and communicate them to project leaders.
• Perform routine testing of incoming raw materials consignments to ensure that they meet agreed specifications.
• Perform routine testing of new raw materials in formulations, to ensure that quality and costs are not compromised by their use.
• Conduct routine mechanical and physical testing on factory-made products to ensure ongoing compliance with international and national standards.
• Perform additional tasks and supporting other R&I departments as required.
• Work in a safe manner in adherence with company policies