Quality Control Analytical Technician, Chemicals Department

QC Analytical Technician

Our Chemicals Department in Whittlesford are looking to recruit a QC Analytical Technician. Although full training is given, experience in a scientific testing environment with practical experience in performing analytical testing (GLP) would also be an advantage.

You must have great attention to detail, be reliable, enthusiastic, flexible and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. This will be an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a growing company.

Able to commute daily to Whittlesford, CB22.

Role Objectives

To support manufacturing operations by conducting a range of laboratory analytical tests, evaluating results, preparing and maintaining standard equipment and chemicals required for running of an analytical laboratory. Support laboratory activities while ensuring compliance to the appropriate internal and external standards, capture and report data with technical rigor and accuracy.

Knowledge and experience:

Essential

Educated to Degree in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent relevant experience in a laboratory. You should have a good knowledge of basic lab equipment.
Practical experience in performing analytical testing (GLP)
Well organized and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently.
Computer literate in standard MS office applications
Experience in using a range of instrumental and classical analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, GC-MS, UV Spectroscopy and wet chemistry.

Advantageous

Knowledge of chromatography data handling and processing systems.
Good working knowledge of quality / regulatory standards and quality systems, in particular GLP.

Person Specification

Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements.
Meticulous attention to detail and an ability to follow written instructions.
Self-motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn.
Conscientious attitude with the ability to work under pressure, to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Planning and organisational skill

Benefits :

Salary: Range £28,000 - £29,250 DOE

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours pw, no shifts, 08:00 - 16:00

Holidays: 25 + Bank Holidays Days

Pension: 5% Company Contribution

DIS: Life Assurance = 4 x Salary

Parking: Free, On Site

Training & Development
Cycle to Work Scheme
Electric Vehicle Scheme
Regular Social Events

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,000.00-£29,250.00 per year

Benefits:
Casual dress
Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking
Life insurance
On-site parking

Application question(s):
Maximum of 60-minute commute from Whittlesford

Education:
Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:
practical HPLC and GC testing: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person