Quality Control Analyst

An opportunity has arisen for a Quality Control Laboratory Analyst to join our Quality Team. This is a 12 month secondment opportunity based at Gargrave. The responsibilities of the role include:

• To competently conduct laboratory based analytical testing and sampling of Raw Materials, WIP, Finished Goods and Stability samples in line with agreed business targets and priorities.
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping are maintained whilst working in the laboratory.
• Assist in Technical laboratory-based investigations as required for specific projects.
• Complete and maintain laboratory notebooks and files to ensure compliance with internal and external Quality Systems – E.g. Lab book audit schedule, archiving practice.
• Conduct good laboratory practices including calibration activities, stability files & ordering of material as appropriate.
• Assist where required in validation activities including equipment qualification and method development/improvements.
• Input into and carry out test method development and validation when required.
• Take individual responsibility and work independently for assigned work. Making effective use of own resource and time by effective planning in co-ordination with time scales defined by project team / direct line manager.
• Ability to work as part of a team across different laboratories and departments.
• Gain a sound knowledge and understanding of the products and processes associated with assigned projects.
• Plan, identify and organise in advance workload and priorities providing accurate lead times.
• Comply with site Health and Safety procedures.
• Assist with preparing for and supporting internal and external audits.

Qualifications / Experience

• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and commitment to the customer and their needs, sets high standards of quality and productivity, systematic and organized, consistently achieves goals.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant scientific subject. Chemistry preferred but not essential.
• Demonstration of appropriate level of knowledge, ability and experience – particularly in a range of analytical techniques and use of analytical instrumentation.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a lab-based role. Within medical devices or pharmaceutical industries would be beneficial. Salary: £28-30k per annum. 37 hours per week. Monday - Friday.