Analytical Lab technician Review
at PepsiCo
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Leicester
Review Submitted: March 2022
Overall Rating
4.4 /5
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4.5/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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 am working for R&D group in Analytical Laboratory product development team. My job role is undertake general laboratory duties are: Accurate preparation of samples for analysis, Keeping accurate records for tracking samples through preparation, Leasing with analysts regarding samples needing retesting, Balance checks (Daily), Checking sample database before sample disposal. Interaction with other R&D departmental general operators, technicians & technologists. Responsibility to ensure the area of work and instruments are in good working order and clean. Provide support to the administrator with booking in general admin activities and to follow the quality criteria set for the laboratory and report any deviations of out of compliances
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
• Starting the sample preparation on scheduled routine laboratory workload.
• The individual will be expected to use their initiative to assess where workload is required.
• The individual will be expected to use their initiative to assess where workload is required.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
• Support Analytical Innovation Team, Research Team and Quality Programme, under the direction of Laboratory Leaders, in the execution of the routine sample preparation process and general duties
• Assist the administrator when required
• Assist the administrator when required
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
• Basic skills in reporting and recording of information.
• Must be flexible and adaptable
• Attention to details
• Must be practically minded and able to learn
• Results focused team player
• Good communication skills and basic literacy and numeracy
• Ability to follow instructions
• Proactive and can take initiative
• Must be flexible and adaptable
• Attention to details
• Must be practically minded and able to learn
• Results focused team player
• Good communication skills and basic literacy and numeracy
• Ability to follow instructions
• Proactive and can take initiative
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
most of the time 5o out of 45
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
very good support from training provider who help me to broad my knowledge skills
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I feel comfortable, more confident to grow my career in this qualification, also broad my knowledge skills on quality and NPD , food safety, health and safety work.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
yes, I have received invite professional networking events.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend PepsiCo to a friend?
Yes
Why?
PepsiCo is a great firm to work for since it provides opportunities for learning and job advancement. However, the first few years were difficult to be honest with because there were not enough opportunities.
However, many things are changing in teams, and PepsiCo's approach has shifted many people's mindsets. So I consider myself fortunate to have this opportunity to pursue a career development strategy. Apprenticeship training is also beneficial.
However, many things are changing in teams, and PepsiCo's approach has shifted many people's mindsets. So I consider myself fortunate to have this opportunity to pursue a career development strategy. Apprenticeship training is also beneficial.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PepsiCo?
I would advise that if you want to see yourself in a good position and are passionate about your job, you should take advantage of these possibilities and work hard.
