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E3 Recruitment
Dewsbury
3 days ago
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A global leader in the chemical manufacturing industry is seeking a Quality Analyst to join their team at their COMAH site in West Yorkshire. Known for innovation and investment in cutting edge chemical solutions, the company operates across a variety of sectors, including chemicals and pharmaceuticals.

Additional Details:

  • Salary: £32,000 + Shift Allowance
  • Contract Type: FTC Initially 9 months, with potential extension to 12 months
  • Shift Pattern:
    o Initial training: Monday to Friday (Days) for the first 3 months
    o Transition to 24/7 shift pattern thereafter

    Role of the Quality Analyst:

    The Quality Analyst will play a key role in ensuring product quality, supporting process development, and performing laboratory analysis to maintain compliance and operational efficiency. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a solid understanding of complex chemical processes and standards within a regulated manufacturing environment.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Routine testing of raw material, in-process, and final product samples
    Perform testing and analysis on raw materials, in-process samples, and final products in line with QC protocols
    Evaluate plant processes and identify potential improvements to reduce batch times, improve product quality and drive process efficiencies
    Support the lab and quality control team with root cause investigations and troubleshooting issues
    Contribute to continuous improvement activities across manufacturing and laboratory processes
    Interpret data accurately and maintain detailed records in compliance with QA/QC and COMAH standards
    Liaise with production and engineering teams to understand chemical processes and support technical improvements
    Uphold and promote safety standards in a regulated, high-hazard environmentAs a Quality Analyst, your contributions will directly impact the reliability and safety of operations across this COMAH site. You will work in close collaboration with cross-functional teams and gain exposure to innovative chemical processes, all while refining your skills in a highly technical and supportive environment.

    Essential Criteria:

    Degree qualified in Chemistry or a relevant scientific discipline or minimum 3 years' experience in a chemical or related manufacturing environment
    Strong understanding of laboratory-based testing and chemical analysis
    Excellent attention to detail with sound data analysis and reporting skills
    Good knowledge of COMAH site operations or experience in high-hazard environments (desirable)
    Effective communicator with the ability to work well under pressure in a 24/7 shift settingIf you're a Quality Analyst ready to take the next step in your career, or someone looking to move into a technically challenging role, this could be the perfect opportunity

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