Engineer/Scientist II, QC

TN United Kingdom; Paisley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a performance-driven analytical expert to join their dynamic team. This role involves leading technical inquiries in an analytical lab environment, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and extensive experience with HPLC and ICP-MS systems. You will collaborate with various departments to resolve quality issues and enhance operational efficiency. If you're passionate about analytical chemistry and eager to make an impact in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Extensive analytical experience with HPLC and ICP-MS/OES systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and troubleshoot technical queries in analytical chemistry.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues and implement improvements.

Skills

Analytical Techniques

HPLC

ICP-MS/OES

Statistical Analysis

Quality Management Systems

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC Systems

ICP-MS Systems

Job description

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Responsibilities:

1. Performance and subject matter expert in analytical techniques related to finished goods release testing, in accordance with SOPs, ensuring timely and efficient completion.
2. Lead and troubleshoot technical and instrumental queries across the analytical chemistry department.
3. Serve as the first point of contact for analytical queries, technical enquiries, or escalations within the department.
4. Proactively collaborate with Production, Technical, and Manufacturing teams to resolve quality issues arising from customer complaints and internal incidents. Facilitate investigations and resolution of related quality issues.
5. Identify and implement improvement opportunities across the quality department and operational facilities.
6. Work independently with decisiveness and initiative where appropriate.
7. Perform statistical analyses to identify trends and drive improvement programs.
8. Resolve complex technical objectives and problems, exercising considerable latitude.
9. Continuously seek to enhance efficiency of procedures and processes without compromising quality.
10. Perform other related duties as needed.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field.

Experience:

Extensive analytical experience, with a solid understanding of scientific principles. Proven experience operating and troubleshooting HPLC and ICP-MS/OES systems, as well as method development and validation.

Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multi-functional team and interact with all levels of the organization.

Knowledge of ISO 13485 and Quality Management Systems.

Contacts:

Collaborate extensively with all departments within operations. Communicate with customers and external laboratories as required.

Working Conditions:

Work in an analytical lab environment. May involve sampling of raw materials and WFI, which includes moving boxes and pallets.