QC Chemistry Analyst

International Pharmaceutical Manufacturer seeks a QC Chemistry Analyst, to assist in Metrology / Physical measurement activities and clean room sampling. About the role: * To contribute to the Quality Laboratory function, through competently taking and testing samples in accordance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures, Company Policies, and to the principles of GMP. * Duties may include: * Inspection and release of materials for use in manufacturing in accordance with specifications. * To perform a variety of testing in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, Company policies and GMP. * Responsible for preparing reagents, standards and control samples and contribute to general laboratory housekeeping duties. * To promptly report any deviations, out-of-specification / limits results. To assist where required with investigations. * To read, collate, report and archive results using defined documentation and computer systems. * To ensure equipment used is clean, calibrated and maintained. Perform system suitability checks where required * To assist with the calibration or validation of laboratory equipment and automated systems. * Ensure good stock control. * To operate a variety of instrumentation and computer software packages intended for data analysis, collation and other related applications (e.g. LIMS). * To make recommendations for documentation revision. * Undertaking administrative activities. * To organise own assigned working activities. To be responsible for reporting issues or delays to next line management. * To identify continuous improvement initiatives. * To attend meetings as required. * To participate in the receipt of audits from internal and external sources, ensuring own work area is audit ready at all times. * To adhere to record and data integrity requirements, as per Company polices. * To perform any other aspects of laboratory testing and support the objectives of the department as required Skills and experience: * Experience of working in a laboratory environment * Understanding of GMP/GLP. * Good knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, both within a laboratory and across pharmaceutical processes. * Knowledge of laboratory SOPs and ability to revise and write new procedures. * Understanding of knowledge of laboratory operations and practical work. * Knowledge of stock control and budgeting in own area * Experience is using analytical equipment and pipettes * Experience writing reports * Degree in a relevant scientific discipline