QC Technician

Your Recruiters Limited; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Your Recruiters Limited is seeking a Quality Control Technician in Loughborough to join a pharmaceutical manufacturing site. The role involves carrying out routine quality checks on raw materials and components to ensure GMP-compliant standards before production.

You will follow SOPs, document results, and support the quality team in maintaining high compliance, with a 12-month temporary contract and flexible start times.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy in documenting results.
• Ability to follow SOPs and written procedures.
• Willingness to learn in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Reliable and meticulous, with good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine quality checks on pharmaceutical raw materials and components.
• Follow SOPs accurately and maintain quality documentation.
• Record test results and ensure materials meet specifications.
• Check materials against specifications and identify deviations or issues.
• Ensure correct labeling and documentation for production use.
• Work in line with GMP requirements and CoSHH procedures.
• Support the quality team to maintain high compliance standards.

Job description

Quality Control Technician | Loughborough

£12.94 per hour | Monday to Friday | 12 Month Temporary Contract

Looking to start or develop your career within pharmaceutical quality control?

We're recruiting a Quality Control Technician to join an established pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Loughborough.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience within a GMP regulated environment, whether you already have quality control experience or are looking to take your first step into the pharmaceutical industry.

You’ll be responsible for carrying out routine quality checks on raw materials and components, ensuring they meet strict quality and regulatory standards before being used in production.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, with flexible start times of 7:00am, 7:30am or 8:00am.

You’ll work an 8 hour day, including a 30 minute unpaid lunch break, giving you 37.5 paid hours per week.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out routine quality checks on pharmaceutical raw materials and components
• Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) accurately and consistently
• Recording test results and maintaining accurate quality documentation
• Checking materials against specifications and identifying any issues or deviations
• Ensuring materials are correctly labelled, documented and suitable for production use
• Working in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements
• Following health, safety and CoSHH procedures
• Supporting the wider quality team in maintaining high compliance standards

What We’re Looking For

Previous pharmaceutical or GMP experience would be advantageous, but isn't essential.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has excellent attention to detail and takes pride in producing accurate work
• Is comfortable carrying out repetitive tasks and following structured processes
• Can follow written procedures and instructions consistently
• Is organised and confident completing documentation
• Understands the importance of quality, accuracy and compliance
• Works well within a structured, regulated environment
• Is reliable, motivated and willing to learn

Previous experience within quality control, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals or laboratory environments would be beneficial.

Graduates with a scientific, technical or laboratory background are also encouraged to apply.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop practical experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing and gain valuable knowledge of GMP, quality systems and regulated processes.

The position is initially offered on a 12 month temporary contract, with potential to become permanent depending on business requirements and performance.

For someone looking to establish a long term career within pharmaceuticals, laboratory work or quality control, this could be an excellent starting point.

Your Recruiters Limited are an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants will receive a response, with detailed feedback provided to those unsuccessful at interview stage