Apprentice Laboratory Technician

Apprentice Laboratory Technician – Materials Laboratory

About Millboard

Millboard is a leader in premium outdoor living solutions, producing high‑performance decking and cladding used worldwide. Innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do — and our Materials Laboratory plays an essential role in keeping our products best‑in‑class.

About the Opportunity

Are you curious, hands‑on, and eager to start a career in materials science or product testing? At Millboard, our Materials Laboratory plays a crucial role in ensuring every product we make meets the highest standards of performance, safety, and quality.

We are looking for an Apprentice Laboratory Technician to join our team and support the development, validation, and quality testing of our innovative outdoor building products. This is an excellent opportunity to build strong technical skills within a growing, forward‑thinking manufacturer.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will support day‑to‑day laboratory activities including:

• Testing raw materials and finished products


• Conducting in‑process and final inspection checks


• Preparing and logging test panels for external fire classification


• Supporting NPD (New Product Development) trials through weighing, mixing, and recording data


• Maintaining excellent lab housekeeping and 5S standards


• Assisting with equipment checks and calibration schedules


• Updating Excel trackers and producing simple test summaries


• Following SOPs and contributing to continuous improvement activities

You’ll learn core laboratory skills and gain hands‑on experience that directly contributes to product performance and compliance.

What We’re Looking For

• A curious, methodical approach with strong attention to detail


• A safety‑first mindset


• A clear communicator and supportive team player


• Pride in accurate data, tidy records, and consistent processes


• Someone who aligns with Millboard’s values: Empowerment, Performance, Integrity, Care

Skills & Qualifications:

Essential

• GCSEs including Science and Maths


• Basic laboratory or practical skills (weighing, mixing, sample prep)


• Competent with Microsoft Excel (Advantage)

Beneficial

• A‑Level or Level 3 Science qualifications


• Awareness of SOPs, traceability, and quality systems


• Experience using hand tools and measuring devices
  

Success Measures

• Meeting agreed test turnaround times for raw materials and in‑process inspections (e.g., % completed within 24–48 hours)


• High data accuracy: zero critical errors in logs and ≥98% right‑first‑time results across routine tests

• Data quality: zero critical errors in logs; ≥98% right‑first‑time results across routine tests

Why Join Millboard?

• Learn from experienced laboratory and quality professionals


• Develop skills in materials science, testing, and product validation


• Progression into Materials, Quality, or Product Validation roles


• Work for a premium, design‑led manufacturer known for innovation and sustainability


• Join a friendly, supportive environment that values learning and continuous improvement

Ready to Start Your Technical Career?

Apply now to join our Materials Laboratory and kick‑start your journey into materials science and product testing.