QC Chemist

Gap Technical Ltd; Widnes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing company is seeking a Quality Control Chemist in Widnes. The role involves analyzing inorganic samples, ensuring compliance with ISO standards, and maintaining laboratory safety and cleanliness. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry and relevant laboratory experience, with a focus on teamwork and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or equivalent required.
• Experience with ICP-AES or AAS preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze in-process and finished products.
• Ensure QC laboratory compliance with ISO specifications.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Tools

ICP-AES

AAS

Autotitrator

Job description

QC Chemist

38,451

Widnes

2x Shift (Earlies/Lates)

(Sunday mornings covered on an overtime basis)

gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Quality Control Chemist to work at their facility based near Widnes

Performance Objectives

• There is an opportunity to join the shift team as a QC Chemist; the ideal candidate will be self-motivated; work well as part of a team or with minimum supervision; and enjoys working in a highly regulated and technical environment.
• Reporting to the QC Team Leader, the Quality Control Chemist's role is to analyse a steady throughput of inorganic samples to meet demanding production deadlines.
• Analysing in-process and finished products and reporting results to the appropriate production area within an agreed time.
• Following QSP analytical procedures to ensure ISO 9000 & ISO 14001 criteria are met and product specifications are complied with.
• Ensuring that all laboratory equipment is calibrated before use.
• Use of existing laboratory instrumentation including ICP-AES, AAS, Autotitrator and IC unit. Preventative maintenance is carried out when required.
• Printing designated labels for final product packaging.
• Reviewing and maintaining COSHH assessments for all laboratory chemicals.
• Ensuring that the QC laboratory is always clean and tidy and it is a safe working environment.
• Undertaking any other work assigned by the QC Team Leader or her designate.

Person Specification

• Degree in Chemistry (or equivalent)
• ICP-AES or AAS experience preferable but not essential

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Closing Date: 17/07/2025

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