QC Analyst

Marketplace Group ,
West Bromwich, West Midlands
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £19,000 per annum

Overview

One of the UK's largest independent manufacturers of Speciality Organic Chemicals is seeking an experienced Quality Control Analyst reporting directly to the Quality Control Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a chemical manufacturing facility within a laboratory environment in Quality Control function. You should be a good communicator, be literate, numerate and have excellent team working skills as you will need to work as a highly effective team member. Responsibilities include: Carry out analysis, of raw material and samples at all stages of process, both routine and non-routine, to standard operating procedures Carry out analysis, to aid in the development and improvement of, plant process and Quality Control standard operating procedures Operate, calibrate and check analytical equipment, observing good laboratory practise Under supervision of the Quality Control Manager, carryout the investigation of equipment and material failures Maintain samples of material for correct storage, in designated areas and keep the store areas in good order, noting material shelf life Maintain reagent and equipment stock levels and ensure reagents are within expiry dates Prepare small samples for customers and despatch as per special instructions Requirements for the position are: HNC/HND in Chemistry or equivalent / higher Minimum 2 years' experience working 'hands on' in an analytical laboratory Competence in a variety of analytical testing and equipment (including HPLC and GLC) Salary for the successful candidate will be in the region of £19-20K per annum for a 36.25 hour week (Monday-Friday 08.45-16.30). Other benefits include 25 days holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays, a paid sick pay scheme and a group stakeholder pension scheme.