Quality Assurance Technician Apprentice; Level 3 - Plastic Closures Ltd

Position: Quality Assurance Technician Apprentice (Level 3) - Plastic Closures Ltd

Quality Assurance Technician Apprentice (Level
3) - Plastic Closures Ltd

Apply for the Quality Assurance Technician Apprentice (Level
3) role at Tiro.

Department: Science Apprenticeship - Materials L3
Location: Warrington

Compensation: £19,500 - £23,810 / year

Description

Plastic Closures Ltd is a leading manufacturer of high‑quality plastic closure solutions serving the packaging, food & drink, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors. With decades of manufacturing expertise, the company is known for reliability, technical excellence and customer‑focused innovation. Continuous investment in modern production, tooling and quality systems enables us to deliver a comprehensive range of caps, closures and bespoke packaging components, meeting demanding performance, safety and regulatory standards.

By closely collaborating with customers, suppliers and industry partners, we deliver dependable packaging solutions that enhance product integrity, efficiency and sustainability across the UK and international markets.

The Package

• Starting salary: £19,500 to £23,810 per year
• Monday–Friday, 37.5 hours per week
• 08:00–16:00
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension

What will I be doing as a Quality Assurance Technician apprentice?

You’ll play a vital role in ensuring our products meet required quality, safety and compliance standards before reaching customers. You’ll support the Quality function through inspections, testing, documentation and close collaboration with production and management teams.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out routine quality checks across production, including visual inspections, weight and temperature checks and inspection of raw materials and finished goods.
• Verifying manufacture records, labels, batch details, packing activities and production documentation to ensure accuracy, currency and compliance.
• Performing independent quality testing in line with specifications, including tamper band, CRC, tensile and heat‑sealing tests, recording results clearly and consistently.
• Supporting product release, incoming goods checks, non‑conformance management and non‑routine testing, working closely with the Quality, Production and Management teams.
• Maintaining quality equipment, sample plans and records, ensuring all quality‑related documentation is controlled, organised and easily retrievable.
• Assisting with customer and supplier quality requests, certificates, samples and Quality Management System documentation, providing support both in office and on the shop floor when required.

What could the future look like?

Successful completion of the apprenticeship can lead to a full‑time position within the company. The programme serves as a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in materials science, with the opportunity to become a registered Science Technician (RSci Tech). Graduates may pursue further qualifications, such as a BSc in Applied Materials Science, and advance into construction materials, civil engineering, environmental consultancy, and other sectors.

Skills,

Knowledge, and Experience

We seek an individual who is confident with inspections, testing and lab work, can balance accuracy with speed, follows procedures carefully, records reliable data, adapts to changing priorities, and maintains strong health & safety awareness. Clear communication, enthusiasm, drive and a commitment to doing things right are essential.

Qualifications

Previous experience is not essential; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds who show enthusiasm, curiosity and willingness to learn.

Eligibility

Applicants must be over 16, not in full‑time education, have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK. Applicants with a Level 3, degree or equivalent higher‑level qualification in a closely related field, or substantial relevant experience, may not be eligible for apprenticeship funding.

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