Quality Analyst

Natures Aid Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of health supplements in Preston is seeking a Quality Analyst to sample and test materials, release products and support quality audits. Candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience in the Food or Pharma industries, along with GMP knowledge. The role offers competitive salary, shift premiums, health benefits, and supportive employee initiatives. Join a company focused on caring for people's health and well-being, with inclusive values and diverse culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Shift premium

Annual bonus scheme

23.5 days of annual leave

Health benefits through Medicash

Free winter flu jab

Wellbeing support through Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in Food or Pharma Industry within Quality.
• Experience of Microsoft Business Central would be desirable.
• Theoretical understanding of HPLC – any practical experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Sample and test all new raw materials and packing materials.
• Release all materials and approve label proofs.
• Support external audits by demonstrating QC tasks.

Skills

Excellent Computer skills including proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite

GMP knowledge

Experience in HPLC

Method validation understanding

Education

Qualification in a scientific principle

Job description

Natures Aid, part of the STADA Group, was established in 1981 and is a leading UK manufacturer of Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements to health food stores, pharmacies, and groceries, with over 190 products throughout 15 main health categories. Due to a continued period of substantial growth both in the UK and Internationally, Natures Aid is one of the top 5 leading UK supplements brands, with ambitious plans to continue to grow ahead of the category, through it’s award-winning innovation programme. The STADA Group is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pharmaceuticals and are represented in more than 30 countries worldwide with its headquarters in Bad Vilbel, Germany.

STADA UK Natures Aid - Quality Analyst

Preston | United Kingdom (GB) | Full-time | Permanent

Rotating Shifts – early 6 am to 2 pm & late 2 pm to 10 pm

Main Responsibilities

Quality Control

• Sample and test all new raw materials, packing materials, intermediates, and non-routine products to the required standards in a timely manner
• Release all materials, finished and development products
• Releasing of finished products, by checking paperwork and product integrity
• Accurately perform random and scheduled production line checks
• Assist with performing validation activities for new and existing products as required
• Conducting calibrations of laboratory / manufacturing equipment
• Assist with checking non-conformances & monitoring results in conjunction with the team and Quality Manager
• Carry out quality checks and approve label proofs for printing

Quality Assurance

• Write and update SOP’s, specifications and methods as required
• Support external audits, for example, demonstrating QC tasks
• Conducting internal audits in key departments, such as manufacturing areas

What we’re looking for:

• Excellent Computer skills including proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite
• GMP knowledge - understand how to work to process (if you have some experience, even better!)
• Qualification in a scientific principle and / or experience in a similar scientific environment
• 1 year experience in Food or Pharma Industry within Quality
• Experience in HPLC – Theoretical understanding of HPLC – any practical experience beneficial
• Method validation understanding and / or experience
• Level 2 HACCP & experience of Microsoft Business Central would be desirable

How we care for you

At Natures Aid our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return :

• 💸 Competitive salary, 15% shift premium and annual bonus scheme.
• 🗝 Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.
• 🌴 23.5 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.
• 🥗 Free fruit on site.
• 🏥 Health benefits provided through our Medicash Health Cash Plan
• 💉 Free winter flu jab.
• 🧠 Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.
• ⚡ Salary sacrifice Tech-Scheme.
• 🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme.
• 👪 Enhanced Family Leave.
• 🎉 Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.

STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.