Application’s Apprentice, Preston, England, United Kingdom, Quality Assurance, Chemicals
Incorez Ltd is a leading manufacturer of specialist resins and polymers, excelling in high-performance, low-hazard materials, especially waterborne and high solids systems.
The company is a global leader in oxazolidine chemistry, producing products under the Incozol brand, used in polyurethane coatings, PU sealants, and waterborne epoxy curing agents, which are widely adopted in high-performance coatings.
The applications team supports the sales department by working on various customer projects to grow the business.
Purpose of the Role
Reporting to the Applications Manager, the apprentice will assist in delivering projects on time and to specifications, supporting the growth of the business.
What’s In it for You?
The Opportunity:
You will support the Applications department by assisting in project execution, developing guide formulations, preparing samples, and maintaining lab safety and cleanliness. You will collaborate with global teams and contribute to customer projects and training programs for distributors and clients.
The Rewards:
Competitive salary and benefits, including holiday entitlement, pension, healthcare, life cover, income protection, maternity/paternity pay, staff discounts, and milestone awards.
The Support:
You will work in Preston's R&D centre, focusing on application testing, data interpretation, and cross-functional teamwork, with mentorship from the Applications team.
The Skills:
Proactive attitude, interest in polymers, paints, coatings, sustainability, and teamwork skills are essential.
The Future:
This placement offers valuable industry experience, practical skills, and insights into potential career paths post-university.
Your expertise - Our strength
What we need from you?
* Proactive approach
* Interest in polymers, paints, coatings, and sustainability
* Ability to collaborate and work in a team
Going Beyond. Together.
Commitment towards Diversity
We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially women, to promote an inclusive environment in the construction and materials industry.
About Sika
We’re seeking an Apprentice for our Applications team in Preston. This is an office-based role.
Sika is a global specialty chemicals company, leading in bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection solutions with subsidiaries in 102 countries and over 34,000 employees, generating CHF 11.76 billion in sales in 2024.
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