QC Technician

Weleda-; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Weleda is seeking a QC Technician for our state-of-the-art laboratory in Ilkeston. You will perform essential testing and quality control to support production, handling materials, finished products, and environmental monitoring.

Working to GLP guidelines, you will contribute to timely analysis, release of products, and maintenance of quality records. Relevant HPLC/GC knowledge and Ph. Eur. testing familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical abilities and clear communication, both written and spoken.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a busy lab environment.
• GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent) is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out sampling and routine analysis of materials and finished products per specs.
• Release for filling or use of bulks and intermediates.
• Perform Environmental Monitoring activities: swabbing, particles counts, water testing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

HPLC

GC

Job description

Weleda is exceptional – just like our people. Where exceptional people make a meaningful impact. As the world leader in certified natural cosmetics and remedies, we are pioneers in sustainability, committed to protecting our planet's beauty and diversity.

We’re looking for a new QC Technician to join our team in our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities. In this role, you’ll carry out essential testing and quality control activities with accuracy and efficiency, helping to ensure the timely analysis and release of products supporting Production, Tablets, and Specials. Working to GLP guidelines, you’ll play a key part in maintaining the high standards of quality our operations depend on.

What you will be doing

You’ll carry out essential testing and quality control activities with accuracy and efficiency. Working to GLP guidelines, you'll help ensure timely analysis and release of products supporting Production, Tablets, and Specials including:

• Sampling & undertaking routine analysis of raw materials, tinctures, intermediates, herbs (including transfer) & finished products according to specifications supplied: including, but not limited to: ID/Characters, pH, Dry Residue, Loss on Drying, Total Ash, Refractive Index, Relative Density, Ethanol Content, TLC, HPLC, GC, Chemical tests, Assays etc.
• Release for filling/use certain bulks, intermediates, finished products etc.
• ID & release of fresh plants according to Ph. Eur., GHP, etc.
• Checking and signing off other Lab Technicians transcriptions & calculations
• Environmental Monitoring - swabbing, ACH’s, Particles counts, water testing
• Carry out & report stability studies and testing
• Validations – cleaning and new equipment
• Routine housekeeping & recording activities on cleaning log
• Maintaining a safe working environment
• Maintenance of QC’s internal PPM’s
• Review/updating specs, TRC’s, methods & SOP’s
• Re-order & replace gas cylinders when empty
• Participation in the company COSHH & risk assessments schemes
• Making sure stock levels of Lab reagents/material are maintained
• Attend and participate in meetings & training sessions
• Maintaining and keeping up to date training logs
• Provide training to new recruits and visitors
• Follow Out of Spec procedure
• Use & update of the company’s Lot management, bin location, and stock adjustment system (NAV)

What we are looking for

• No formal qualifications required but Maths & English 9-5 at GCSE
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to multitask effectively

Preferred experience

• HPLC/GC knowledge
• Plant biology experience
• Ph. Eur. testing experience