QC Lab Analyst – Microbiology

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd; Sheet; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd is seeking 2 x QC Lab Analysts for a leading cosmetic manufacturer in Hampshire. You will ensure raw materials, batches and finished cosmetics meet specifications prior to release.

You will support environmental monitoring, investigations, SOP development and continuous improvement activities across QA and Operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, preferably Chemistry, Biochemistry or Microbiology.
• Experience in a cosmetics/pharma QC laboratory is desirable.
• Knowledge of GMP, GDP and GLP practices.
• SAP and LIMS experience is advantageous.
• SOPs, deviations and OOS reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine lab analyses of materials, batches and finished goods.
• Prepare samples, perform tests, record data in SAP/LIMS, and interpret results.
• Monitor critical lab parameters and perform daily equipment checks.
• Carry out environmental monitoring and validation testing.
• Review data, logs and docs to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare CoA and support release of materials and products.
• Assist investigations including OOS and consumer inquiries.
• Draft and update SOPs and provide training as needed.
• Collaborate with QA and Operations to identify improvements.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Quality Control

Laboratory testing

GMP/GDP/GLP knowledge

Documentation & SOP writing

Education

Degree in Science (Chemistry/Biochemistry/Microbiology)

Tools

SAP

LIMS

Vitek systems

Viscometers

Colour measurement equipment

Job description

Are you an experienced QC Lab Analyst? Do you have a background in analytical chemistry, microbiology or product evaluation within a Quality Control environment? If so, this could be the role for you!

We are partnered with a leading cosmetic manufacturing business in Hampshire who are looking to hire 2 x QC Lab Analysts to join their Quality Control team.

This role is vital for ensuring raw materials, manufacturing batches and finished cosmetic products meet the required specifications and quality standards before being released for use or shipment. You'll also support environmental monitoring, laboratory investigations, SOP development and continuous improvement activities.

We have a 12 month 14:00 - 22:00 Mon-Fri contract available, as well as a 6 months 06:00-14:00 Weds-Sun contract available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine and non-routine laboratory analysis of raw materials, manufacturing batches and finished goods.
• Prepare samples, carry out testing, interpret results and accurately record data in SAP/LIMS.
• Monitor critical laboratory control parameters, including process water, pH and balances, completing daily equipment verification checks.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and validation testing.
• Review laboratory data, calculations, logbooks and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare Certificates of Analysis (CoA) and support the disposition and release of materials and finished products.
• Identify quality issues and support investigations, including Phase 1 Out-of-Specification (OOS) investigations.
• Support the evaluation of consumer complaints and Quality Inquiries.
• Create and update SOPs and provide training on new technical procedures where required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Quality and Operations to identify improvement opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Science, preferably Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience within a microbiology, analytical chemistry or product evaluation laboratory, ideally within Quality Control.
• Experience working within a cosmetics, pharmaceutical or global consumer goods environment is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory testing techniques, including GMP, GDP and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Experience using laboratory equipment such as viscometers, colour measurement equipment, Vitek systems and wet chemistry techniques.
• Experience writing SOPs, deviations, change controls and OOS reports.
• SAP and LIMS experience is advantageous.