QC Shift Analyst

International Flavors & Fragrances; West Suffolk; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading flavor and fragrance company in the United Kingdom is looking for a QC Shift Analyst to join their Flavours Quality team. The role involves performing testing for raw materials and detailed chemical analysis, with responsibilities including laboratory equipment maintenance and chemical investigations. Candidates should have prior laboratory experience and a science-related degree. This position offers an opportunity for career growth within an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Prior laboratory and chemical analysis experience within the food or related industry.
• In-depth knowledge of SAP functionality and IFF customer profiles.

Responsibilities

• Complete various analytical activities to ensure compliance with department KPIs.
• Ensure laboratory equipment is maintained according to ISO17025 requirements.
• Perform detailed chemical investigations into non-conformances.

Skills

Analytical activities

Laboratory processes

Statistical techniques

Chemical investigations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a science-related field

Tools

GC-FID

HPLC

UV spectroscopy

Metrohm autotitrator

Job description

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We currently have an exciting opportunity for a QC Shift Analyst to join the Flavours Quality team, working a rotating 2-shift pattern (Monday to Thursday: 06:00 until 14:00 or 14:00 until 22:00, Fridays: 06:00 until 11:00 or 11:00 until 16:00).

The successful candidate will perform testing for all raw materials based on the specification and inspection plan developed for each product. They will also perform detailed chemical analysis of customer samples/non-conformances using laboratory equipment.

Job Requirements

As a QC Shift Analyst, you will be responsible for:

1. Completing various analytical activities (raw material and finished product testing) to ensure analysis meets department KPIs. Laboratory processes can include: GC-FID, GC-MS, HPLC, Karl Fisher Titration (KF), UV spectroscopy, Particle size analysis, Steam distillation, Fat extraction, Metrohm autotitrator operation, and pH determination.
2. Ensuring laboratory equipment is maintained in good condition according to ISO17025 requirements, using statistical techniques where applicable.
3. Maintaining updated and adequate working methods.
4. Keeping QM (Quality Module) master data current, ensuring materials are tested against the latest IFF specifications and CofA’s are accessible.
5. Performing detailed chemical investigations into internal and external non-conformances, including root cause analysis and establishing preventative measures.
6. Detailing rework requirements for failures.
7. Ensuring laboratory supplies are sufficient.

Required Experience

• Prior laboratory and chemical analysis experience within the food or related industry.

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in a science-related field (chemistry, biology, food science, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of SAP functionality and IFF customer profiles.

At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of ethnicity, nationality, race, age, or sex. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic selves to work, regardless of religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.