QC lab technician Review
at AstraZeneca
Degree Apprenticeship
Macclesfield
Review Submitted: February 2025
Overall Rating
5 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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:
5/5
I work in a microbiology lab and i test finished and in process products in a controlled area
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy it as i get to experience a lot its a friendly environment i have formed lots of new friends and get lots of support from seniors and managers with my degree and studying
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes lots of new skills such as learning how to follow GMP lots and testing techniques such as transfers, sterility, bioburden, gram staining and data entry
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is very organised and clear i find the quarterly reviews helpful
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
a lot of support with studying, training and gaining more experience
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
A lot of support they are understanding with unexpected life events offer frequent check ins and also communicate well with my employer
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It is very well linked and helps me put the knowledge i am studying into my everyday role
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Yes there are lots of networking events that we are currently involved in, there are lots of sports clubs and social clubs that are easy access
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a well paid and well organised apprenticeship it has a good work enviroment
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AstraZeneca?
Be honest in your interview and talk about challenges you have had to overcome
