Apprentice Laboratory Administrator

Apprentice Laboratory Administrator page is loaded Apprentice Laboratory Administratorlocations: Ashbourne, Derbyshiretime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: VAC27943Laboratory Administrator - Ashbourne Job Description: Job Description - Laboratory Administrator Why join us Get ready to build your path as a Laboratory Administrator at Trouw Nutrition GB, a Nutreco company, supporting our laboratory operations in Ashbourne. As global leaders in animal nutrition, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future drives innovation, collaboration, and meaningful impact.This is a great opportunity to start or develop your career in a hands-on role where you'll learn how laboratory and administrative processes work in a real operational environment. You'll be responsible for registering samples, managing data accurately, and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the lab.You'll also have the chance to interact with customers, helping to ensure a reliable and professional service. Working in a fast-paced and supportive team, you'll build valuable skills, gain practical experience, and grow your confidence while making a real contribution to our operations. What you'll do Support laboratory operations through accurate administration and data management: Register and label incoming customer samples accurately Ensure the accurate and efficient processing of sample and customer data within internal systems Maintain accurate records and ensure completeness of all data Support the preparation of worksheets and documentation Assist in coordinating sample flow within the laboratory Act as a point of contact for customer queries, ensuring timely and professional responses Handle and process agricultural samples, including large volumes of silage, as part of daily laboratory activities Support general administrative tasks within the lab environment Ensure all processes are followed in line with quality and compliance standards Who we're looking for Experience in administration, data entry, or laboratory support is a plus, and any interest or exposure to farming or agriculture would be beneficial. Basic Excel and general IT skills, including Microsoft Office Open to junior profiles with strong attention to detail and willingness to learn Key soft skills include enjoying working with data and paying attention to detail, along with strong organisation, reliability, the ability to prioritise tasks, and good communication skills when working with both team members and customers. Location & Details Location: Ashbourne, UK Work model: On-site Contract: Permanent, full-time (40 hours, Monday-Friday) What you'll receive 25 days of holiday per calendar year based on full-time working hours, plus 8 UK bank holidays Training and development opportunities, including systems and laboratory processes Opportunity to build experience within a global organisation How and why to find out more We offer a role where you can develop your administrative and data management skills while contributing to the smooth operation of our laboratory. If you're looking for a hands-on role with learning opportunities and real impact, we'd love to hear from you.We aim to review applications promptly and will get back to you as soon as possible. For more information, please contact Luisa Ligabo at Our organisation: Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future. Equal Opportunity Employer: Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and aquafeed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Its two global company brands (aqua feed) and (animal nutrition) have sales in over 90 countries.Our purpose Feeding the Future captures a big challenge: feeding 9 billion people in 2050. Our responsibility is twofold: we need to make a significant contribution to meeting the rapid increase in worldwide demand for food; on the other hand, we need to find the right balance in order that we can realize growth while making also responsible choices for people and planet