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QC Analyst

Great Stonar
3 weeks ago
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We are working with an established pharmaceutical company who are looking to employ a Quality Control Analyst, permanently in the Sandwich area.

Please only apply if you live within a commutable distance of Sandwich, Kent. No relocations please.

This is an exciting full-time permanent position, 37.5 hours per week, 8.30am to 5pm, with an hour's lunch. Competitive salary of £29,000 per annum, plus a host of benefits, to include:

31 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays.
Auto enrolled pension scheme
Healthcare, Death in Service, Private Medical insurance including dependants
Annual bonus scheme
Free parking
Great working environmentYou must be committed and have HPLC experience. Support the production and QA Departments in ensuring all aspects of the manufacture of products are performed in a controlled manner, meeting commitments to international regulatory bodies, as well as Good Manufacturing Practice. Ensure manufactured products are compliant and fit for purpose by performing physical and analytical testing and report accurate results. Duties to include:

Being responsible for physical analytical testing.
Follow internal methodologies.
Adherence to GMP requirements.
Accurately record microbiological results within data packages, as received.
Execution of protocols.
Ensure laboratory housekeeping standards are maintained and documented accurately.
Ensure all equipment is suitable for use.The ideal candidate will have the following:

A relevant BSc degree, eg Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Forensics, or equivalent.
Be computer literate, with good working knowledge of MS Office.
Experienced in QC testing of API, including HPLC and GC. Other wet chemistry techniques desirable.
Good attention to detail, able to prioritise workload, positive and flexible approach.
One to two years' experience in a similar role would be ideal, but not necessary.
GMP experience would be desirable.New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Committed to diversity, equality and opportunity for all. (url removed)

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