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QC Analyst

Cheshire West and Chester
6 months ago
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QC Analyst required, based in Cheshire West on a permanent basis. Requiring recent, proven industrial experience of Quality Control testing in a fast-paced environment with HPLC experience required, and GC experience being desirable.

Title: QC Analyst

Location: Cheshire West

Salary: Dependent on experience

Employment Term: Permanent

SRG are working with an international company who specialise in the creation of speciality chemicals for a range of markets. They are now looking to add a QC Analyst to their Technical team on a full-time basis at their site in Cheshire West. This role will allow the QC department to extend their capacity for running Quality Control and will include analysing raw materials, intermediates and finished products. Using mainly HPLC and GC techniques, this is a busy role in a fast-paced QC laboratory and will suit candidates coming from a similar environment. Recent, proven industrial experience of Quality Control testing is essential, with HPLC experience being required.

This role will involve shift work. Shifts: Monday - Friday, rotating on a weekly basis - 06:00 - 13:30, 13:00 - 21:00 and 20:30 - 06:30.

Role / Description

Perform QC analysis of raw materials, in-process and finished product samples in support of production.
Provide results and data to maintain QC records in accordance with site requirements.
Perform non-routine analysis as required, including customer/supplier complaint investigations.
Carry out calibration of equipment and maintenance of calibration records to the appropriate standard.
Communicate internally in a timely manner to appropriate departments.Requirements

Degree in Chemistry (or similar)
Proven industrial experience of QC Analysis in a fast-paced laboratory
Experience of HPLC is essential
GC experience advantageous SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

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