Science and Manufacturing Apprentice Level 3

Eisai • GB • 2d ago

Science and Manufacturing Apprentice with Eisai, September 2025

We are a global leading research-based pharmaceutical company working in the neurology and oncology therapeutic areas and we define our corporate concept as "to give first thought to patients and the people in the daily living domain and increase the benefits that health care provides to them as well as meet diverse healthcare needs worldwide".

Here at Eisai our people come from many different backgrounds and join us to work across a wide variety of roles, but we all have a common purpose of human health care (hhc) - putting patients first. Our people are what makes Eisai the company we are. By joining Eisai, in any function, you will be part of an organisation with teamwork, positive energy and resilience at the heart of everything we do.

Emerging Talent is a key focus for the team at Eisai, with many of our current workforce starting or building their career as an Apprentice, Intern or Graduate. You will join a tight-knit community and be provided with a Buddy, Line Manager and access to our Emerging Talent Team to ensure you are well supported. You will join a well thought out training programme that will support your soft skills, alongside building your technical skills in your role. You will be given real responsibilities from day one, which gives you the opportunity to learn from highly experienced team members and colleagues.

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Role: Science and Manufacturing Apprentice
Location: Hatfield Hertfordshire
Salary: £20,431
Working arrangement: A blend of Office and College days
Apprenticeship offered: Process Industry Manufacturing Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship
Length of programme: 39 Months

Job Details

We have opened a new and exciting opportunity within our production environment for an individual to work alongside our experienced team, gaining both qualifications and experience in a supportive and experienced environment, setting-up production equipment to ensure correct functionality and calibration compliance. This is a tried and tested apprenticeship with us at Eisai, and we are looking to replicate our former success. 

Role Responsibilities:

Preparation for batch manufacture
To set-up production equipment to ensure correct functionality and calibration compliance
Start up, run and finish production batches using production equipment and automated systems within the validated process parameters following approved MBR’s and production procedures
Monitor production process steps including carrying out in-process tests, yield calculations, product sampling and inspection to ensure quality is maintained
Fault finding and rectification on processes and equipment by liaising with other departments where necessary
Participate in quality investigations

We are looking for individuals who:

Communication skills 
Attention to detail 
Organisation skills 
Problem solving skills 
Number skills 
Analytical skills and Logical
Team Working

Apprenticeship Details

The Process Industry Manufacturing Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship will be provided by Cogent Skills and will be a 3year 3 month duration. You will have 1 study day a week, and will be joining virtually. You will be expected to be onsite at our offices 4 days a week.

Role Requirements

GCSE or equivalent Maths/English (Grade 4) desirable

What we offer in return:

Eisai offers a competitive salary and excellent wider benefits package that includes,

Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles
Free onsite parking
Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop
Learning and development opportunities
Retail discounts
Well-being & mental health awareness programmes
Multi-faith prayer room

You will also be based out of our excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility, which is our EU Headquarters, and offers an inclusive, and collaborative working environment.

Recruitment Process

Step one: Apply.

The first thing to do is to apply to one of our well-sought-after programmes. You will upload a CV and fill in some personal details so we can be in touch. We will review your application and ensure that you are fully eligible for the programme you have applied for. Our application process opens on 13th January and closes on 10th February.

Step two: Video Interview.

If you are successful at the first stage, you will be invited to take part in a one-way video interview process. This allows you to showcase yourself at a time and pace that suits you. We will be transparent in the process about the questions you will answer to allow you time to put your best foot forward. All video interviews will be scored by 14th February.

Step three: Face to face interview.

It’s as important to us as it is to you to make sure we find the correct fit, so any successful applicant will be invited to our Hatfield Headquarters for a two-hour interview. We want you to see the site you will be working in, so we will offer you a tour alongside a face-to-face interview, presentation and individual task. This sounds very daunting, but the Emerging Talent Team will guide you through this process so you will know what you need to prepare ahead of the day. Our assessment centre/interview for this role is:

Step four: Offer.

Any successful candidate will be offered the vacancy they have applied for. Unsuccessful candidates will receive full feedback at this stage, with ideas and tips of where they can improve for future applications.

We aim to get back to you at each stage within seven working days, however, please note in busy periods this may increase. Please do not worry if you have not heard from us within our allocated time frame, we will endeavour to get back to you as soon as possible. All offers and contracts will be sent by 17th March 2025. Should you be successful, you will be invited to an in-person event on the 24th April 2025 which will allow you to meet your fellow cohort and find out more about Eisai.

Eisai Recruitment Statement

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Eisai EMEA EDI Commitment Statement

We believe that diverse and inclusive teams promote wellbeing, learning and innovation, helping Eisai serve our patients, their families, our employees, and society. Our commitment is:

to embrace and celebrate our differences, respecting and valuing each other.

to include equity, diversity, and inclusion practices in all that we do so everyone has a full sense of belonging.

to value individual talent where every employee can be themselves and thrive in an environment of openness, trust, and integrity

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