On-Site QC Lab Technician — Analytical Chemistry

Matchtech; Marchwood; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a laboratory-based quality tester at our on-site Innovation Development Centre near Southampton. The role focuses on analytical testing of tobacco and next-generation products, ensuring accurate data, SOP compliance, and timely delivery of results to support product development and manufacturing.

The position requires experience in industrial or analytical labs, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with GLP standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial or analytical laboratory settings.
• Proficient in SOPs and laboratory methodologies.
• Knowledge of GLP and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample receipt, preparation, handling, and physical measurement activities to a high standard of accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage and coordinate testing schedules with planning and manufacturing teams to ensure timely delivery of results.
• Calibrate, maintain, and operate laboratory equipment in accordance with SOPs and Best Laboratory Practice.
• Apply analytical science principles to characterisation of tobacco and next-generation products.
• Analyse test data, identify trends, and support investigations into quality issues.
• Contribute to method development and continuous improvement of procedures and quality systems.
• Prepare technical reports and data summaries for stakeholders.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data analysis

GLP principles

SOP compliance

Analytical reasoning

Education

Degree in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry

Laboratory operations experience

Tools

GC-FID

Karl Fischer

Texture Analysis

Imaging Analysis

Job description

Matchtech is seeking a laboratory-based quality tester at our on-site Innovation Development Centre near Southampton. The role focuses on analytical testing of tobacco and next-generation products, ensuring accurate data, SOP compliance, and timely delivery of results to support product development and manufacturing.

The position requires experience in industrial or analytical labs, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with GLP standards.