Lab technician Review
at Solenis
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Bradford
Review Submitted: February 2022
Overall Rating
4.2 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I work in the quality control laboratories at Solenis which means my apprenticeship involves testing product samples to ensure they meet specifications and can be sent out to customers.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy my apprenticeship a lot because working in a laboratory is very interesting and the Solenis labs have a very positive atmosphere because everyone else at work is very friendly and they are all willing to lend a hand if needed.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Working in the laboratories has improved my ability to work with scientific equipment and to read and record data accurately.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
I feel like my apprenticeship is structured in a way that allows me to be constantly learning without feeling overwhelmed, this makes the experience enjoyable and keeps stress levels low.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive constant support from my employer and coworkers and there is always someone I can reach out to for help.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My employer always checks on my progress and helps me to achieve my criteria that are required for my qualifications.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My qualification is extremely relevant to the work I do on a day-to-day basis which helps me to gain a good understanding of the role I am performing.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Solenis has a social club which organises events that members can attend.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Solenis to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The support you receive at Solenis is great and I feel like I am making good progress towards achieving my qualification here.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Solenis?
The application process is relatively simple but it is important that you know what the company does.
