Associate QC Analyst

SEKISUI Diagnostics; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

SEKISUI Diagnostics is seeking an Associate QC Analyst to join the QC department in Maidstone, Kent on a full-time basis. You will analyse and evaluate quality across raw materials, in-process materials and finished goods to ensure compliance with established standards.

You will organize proficiency surveys, define assay specifications, and contribute to SOP development. Strong Excel skills and lab data handling will be essential to manage investigations and administrative actions such as OOS

Qualifications

• Requires minimum 2 years related experience and experience solving problems of moderate scope.
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities; credible and confident communicator.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and knowledge of lab data handling is essential.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment functionality and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and evaluate quality of raw materials, in-process materials and finished goods to ensure compliance with standards.
• Organise proficiency surveys and certification programs; schedule, perform and report results.
• Establish specifications for conducting assays and writing SOPs.
• Apply technical knowledge to define and manage laboratory investigations and troubleshooting.
• Participate in laboratory administration, including notification of OOS and Non-Conformances, Change Controls, SOP reviews and CAPA closures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data Integrity

CSV principles

Job description

We are looking to appoint an Associate QC Analyst to join the QC department on a full-time basis in Maidstone, Kent.

You will perform various scientific tasks to analyse and evaluate the quality of raw materials, in-process materials and finished goods to ensure compliance with established standards. You will organise and ensure that the appropriate proficiency surveys and certification programs are scheduled, performed and reported. You will establish the specifications for conducting assays and writing standard operating procedures. You will apply in-depth technical knowledge to define and manage laboratory investigations and/or technical troubleshooting, as required. You will participate in laboratory administration, including notification of Out of Specification and Non-Conformance's arising, progression of Change Controls, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) reviews and closure of assigned Corrective/Preventative actions.

To be successful in this role, you will have a minimum of 2 years related experience and will have worked on problems of moderate scope, where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. You will be diligent with a meticulous approach to all tasks and will be a credible and confident communicator. You will have strong analytical and problem solving abilities.

In Addition, You Will

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Demonstrated knowledge laboratory equipment functionality and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of Data Integrity (DI) and Computer System Validation (CSV) principles
• Apply in-depth technical knowledge to define and manage laboratory investigations and/or technical troubleshooting, as required
• Participate in laboratory administration, including notification of Out of Specification and Non-Conformances arising, progression of Change Controls, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) reviews and closure of assigned Corrective/Preventative actions
• Review completed product workbooks for product release in a timely manner
• Ensure equipment, instruments, and facilities within the laboratory are calibrated, and kept serviceable

At Sekisui Diagnostics, we help improve patient outcomes by doing what we've always done - focusing on innovating and developing highly accurate diagnostics tests, reagents and systems. In recent years, social and consumer needs for medical care have been diversifying in line with dramatic transformations in the global medical environment. We will continue to embrace change and challenge new frontiers so that we can create unique, high-quality products and services that will leave our customers truly satisfied. With worldwide state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and an international sales and distribution network, we are a solid partner for healthcare professionals, distributors, and manufacturers around the world. Our global capabilities allow us to meet the specific needs of our wide range of customers - and customize solutions at both a regional and product level.

Sekisui Diagnostics Offers a Competitive Compensation And Benefits Package.

Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunity employer, Sekisui Diagnostics is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions will be made without discrimination based on race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable country and local laws. It is also Sekisui Diagnostics policy to comply with all applicable country and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.