Quality Control Analyst - UK

Ascensus Specialties

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1 month ago

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Description

Wychem, an Ascensus Specialties Company, is excited to announce an opening for a Quality Control (QC) Analyst! Join our small, thriving team with a global footprint and play an essential role in our quality control process by analyzing chemicals to ensure compliance with client and company specifications, providing vital support to research projects, and contributing to the company's continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

The QC Analyst plays a critical role in our quality control process, ensuring our chemical products meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. This involves:

Conducting a wide range of analyses:Performing tests such as gas chromatography (GC), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), Karl Fischer titrations (KF), and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) to analyze raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
Maintaining meticulous records:Accurately documenting all test results, observations, and deviations in accordance with company procedures and industry standards.
Collaborating effectively:Working closely with the QC Lead, production team, and research scientists to ensure smooth operations and support new product development.
Troubleshooting and investigating:Applying analytical and problem-solving skills to address quality issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Contributing to continuous improvement:Participating in method development and validation, reviewing technical documentation, and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and quality.

This position offers a chance to make a direct impact on product quality and contribute to the success of a growing company with a global presence.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

Minimum Qualifications

A degree in Organic or Analytical Chemistry is preferred or qualified years of experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
Knowledge and experience of analytical techniques and operation of GC, HPLC, FITR, KF and titrations.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, to include Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

1-2 years of Quality Control experience with relevant industry experience, i.e. fine chemical or pharmaceutical manufacture.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay + company bonus scheme
7% employer pension contribution
25 days holidays, plus 8 days bank holiday
Life Insurance (4x Salary)
Employee Assistance Programs
Free parking

We partner with companies of all kinds to develop chemical solutions that improve everyday products and processes to enhance people’s lives.

Ascensus Specialties, LLC, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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