Apprentice QC Analyst

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Dartford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking an Apprentice QC Analyst for its Dartford site. This 18-month apprenticeship offers hands-on training in Quality Control Chemistry, with responsibilities including lab maintenance, preparation of chemicals, and applying GMP principles. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 GCSEs including English and Maths, and demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills. This role provides a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Vehicle car scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 GCSEs or equivalent in relevant subjects.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and proactive work approach.
• Detail-oriented and accountable for tasks.
• Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Complete all college-based learning and participate in training.
• Apply cGMP principles in laboratory activities.
• Prepare and document chemicals for analysis.
• Assist with lab maintenance and troubleshooting of instruments.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Education

Minimum 5 GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C/5

Job description

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) committed to helping people live better, healthier lives. We partner with pharmaceutical, biotech, and consumer health companies to support product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With over 40 global sites and thousands of scientists and technicians, Catalent delivers billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments annually.

Are you eager to launch a career in pharmaceutical quality control? Catalent Pharma Solutions is offering a fantastic opportunity to join our Dartford site as an Apprentice QC Analyst. Over the course of 18 months, you’ll receive hands-on training and mentoring in QC Chemistry, gaining practical experience in our cutting-edge laboratories.

Catalent is driven by a bold mission—to deliver more products, better treatments, and reliably supplied solutions to improve patient health globally. If you're passionate about making a difference and excited to grow with a thriving business, this is the perfect place to start.

Location: Dartford
Contract Length: 18 Months

The Role:

• Attend and complete all college-based learning, and participate in any future training required by the company.
• Adhere to all Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) standards and risk assessments.
• Understand and apply cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) principles in all activities.
• Support lab housekeeping and maintenance routines.
• Prepare chemicals and reagents for analysis, ensuring correct documentation and labelling.
• Develop familiarity with analytical equipment such as balances, pH meters, and dissolution/disintegration baths.
• Assist with troubleshooting of basic instrumentation.
• Provide timely support and feedback to senior staff and analysts.
• Gain working knowledge of site Quality Systems (e.g. LIMS, QUMAS).
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

The Candidate:

• Minimum 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths at grade C/5 or above.
• Demonstrate analytical thinking and a proactive approach to work.
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of personal accountability.
• Enthusiastic team player with excellent communication skills.
• Positive mindset and a willingness to learn and grow.

Why You Should Join Catalent:

• Competitive Salary – Reflecting your experience and skills.

• Bonus & Benefits – Includes an annual performance bonus, a pension scheme matching up to 8% and life assurance. Enjoy BUPA private medical insurance, a generous holiday entitlement that increases with tenure, and the option to purchase additional leave. Plus, gain access to Reward Gateway, offering discounts at many national retailers.

• Career Development – Access high-quality training, mentoring, and cross-functional opportunities within Catalent’s global network. Benefit from a subscription to LinkedIn Learning, providing access to 10,000+ online courses.

• Health & Wellbeing – Includes an employee assistance programme, on-site canteen facilities, and an active safety and “Patient First” culture. Take advantage of a Cycle to Work Scheme and an Electric Vehicle car scheme. Join Employee Resource Groups that foster a diverse and inclusive workplace. Plus, participate in charitable activities.

• Excellent Location

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.

personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities.

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [e-mail]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

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