Quality Assurance Technician Apprentice; Level 3 - Sika

Quality Assurance Technician Apprentice (Level
3) - Sika

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Department: Science Apprenticeship - Materials L3

Location: Leeds

Compensation: £27,500 / year

Sika is a global leader in speciality chemicals, driving innovation and performance across the construction and industrial manufacturing industries. Since its founding in 1910, Sika has built a reputation as a trusted partner for delivering high‑quality solutions that enhance durability, safety, and sustainability in the built environment.

With a strong heritage of expertise and continuous innovation, Sika provides a comprehensive portfolio of products and systems – from roofing, flooring, sealing and bonding, to concrete admixtures and waterproofing. Our robust research and development, combined with rigorous testing and technical support, ensures that Sika solutions meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

By working closely with clients, contractors, and stakeholders, Sika helps create sustainable value throughout the construction supply chain in the UK and global marketplaces.

• Starting salary: £27,500 per year
• Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week
• 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (flexible working hours)
• Overtime available (paid at increased rate)
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension

As a Quality Assurance Technician Apprentice, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring products meet the highest standards before they reach customers. You’ll support the QA function through inspections, testing, data validation and cross‑department collaboration, directly contributing to product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement across the organisation.

• You’ll carry out daily QC inspections on products and materials, use internal ERP/complaints systems effectively, and share clear updates with relevant departments.
• You’ll learn and perform all QC test methods, complete accurate batch testing, calibrate equipment regularly, and ensure all data entered is correct and consistent.
• You’ll help refine QA processes by updating test procedures, reviewing specifications, supporting equipment decisions, maintaining stock of consumables, and keeping the lab clean and organised.
• You’ll provide cover during holidays, absences, or increased workloads by coordinating with other technicians to ensure continuous support for production.
• You’ll take part in ongoing training and development to build your technical skills, confidence, and understanding of QA practices.
• You will actively engage in personal development, attending relevant training and working towards building your technical expertise, accuracy and overall capability within the QA environment.

You’ll gain experience across multiple departments – including Operations, Planning, R&D and Engineering – giving you strong exposure to the full product lifecycle. You’ll develop hands‑on skills in both Certification Testing (high‑accuracy, long‑term planning and compliance‑based testing) and QC Release Testing (efficient, fast‑paced testing that supports production flow).

When you join Sika, the possibilities for your success are limitless. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full‑time position within the company at the conclusion of your apprenticeship.

Through practical, on‑the‑job training, you will develop new skills and gain the competence and responsibility required for materials testing and analysis. This apprenticeship serves as a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in materials science, with the added opportunity for the apprentice to become a registered Science Technician (RSci Tech).

This programme opens up a variety of career pathways across industries including construction materials, civil engineering, geotechnical investigation, environmental consultancy, and infrastructure development, ensuring your materials science skills are in demand across multiple sectors.

This apprenticeship can also help pave the way for further educational and professional…