QC Analyst - Urgent Fill

JR United Kingdom; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing fine chemical manufacturer in Suffolk is seeking a Quality Control Analyst to join its Quality team. The role involves conducting chemical analyses, supporting method development, and collaborating with various teams to maintain high-quality standards. Candidates should have hands-on experience with analytical techniques and strong IT skills.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension

Employee assistance program

Life assurance

Group income protection and critical illness cover

Annual bonus scheme

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in quality control or analytical chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Support method development, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with QC, R&D, and production teams.

Skills

Hands-on experience with GC

Hands-on experience with HPLC

Hands-on experience with FTIR

Hands-on experience with KF

Hands-on experience with titrations

Strong IT skills

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

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Quality Control Analyst – Life Sciences / Fine Chemicals

Location: Suffolk, UK

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

A growing fine chemical manufacturer is seeking a Quality Control (QC) Analyst to join its Quality team. The QC analyst will report to the QC Lead. This role is essential in maintaining high-quality standards through routine and non-routine chemical analysis to support production and research activities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct chemical analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products using GC, HPLC, FTIR, KF, and titration techniques.
2. Prepare samples and document results.
3. Support method development, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance.
4. Collaborate with QC, R&D, and production teams to resolve analytical and process issues.
5. Maintain a safe laboratory environment in line with company procedures.
6. Assist with documentation review, including SOPs and technical records.
7. Provide cover for the QC Lead during absence.

Requirements

1. Hands-on experience with GC, HPLC, FTIR, KF, and titrations.
2. Strong IT skills, particularly in MS Word and Excel.
3. 1–2 years of experience in quality control or analytical chemistry.

Benefits

1. Salary up to £34,000
2. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
3. Company pension
4. Employee assistance program
5. Life assurance
6. Group income protection and critical illness cover
7. Annual bonus scheme

If you believe you have the relevant skillset, please apply and I will contact you.

Note: No sponsorship is available for this position.