Quality Analyst – Beer Lab

Damm; Bedford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company in Bedford is seeking a Quality Analyst with at least 3 years of laboratory experience in quality control. The role involves performing microbiological and physico-chemical analyses, issuing reports on product quality, and maintaining lab cleanliness. Candidates should be familiar with LIMS and have solid understanding of beverage production processes. This position offers growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in quality control or analytical laboratory experience in FMCG.
• Experience with microbiological and physico-chemical analyses.
• Understanding of raw materials and production processes in beverage manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological and physico-chemical analyses as per control plan.
• Enter results into designated systems like LIMS.
• Issue product holds and reports for any deviations.

Skills

Laboratory Experience

Analytical Techniques

Systems Knowledge

Process Knowledge

Tools

LIMS

Visual Calibre

Job description

About Us

Hola, we’re DAMM, founded in Barcelona in 1876. We specialise in the manufacture and distribution of beverages, mainly beer – you may know us for our flagship beer Estrella !

Our aim is to become the leading national company in the beverage sector in all the products we sell, to grow sustainably and profitably in each of the sectors we work in, both with the maximum respect and care of the environment and current legislation.

Our company values LIVE (Loyalty, Innovation, Customer Value and Energy) inspire everything we do!

As a drive for growth, we have opened our first base outside of the Iberian strip, the Eagle Brewery in Bedford, which has undergone a massive transformation and glow-up, this growth has provided new development opportunities and vacancies, such as this one!

The Role

We’re looking for a Quality Analyst who’s excited to bring their skills and ideas to the table. In this role, you’ll work with our Quality Manager to perform the analyses defined in our control plan, covering all stages from the reception of raw and auxiliary materials through packaging materials to the finished product, identifying and highlighting any deviations from our established quality standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform analyses as defined by type: microbiological, physico-chemical, equipment calibration and verification, and equipment maintenance.
• Enter obtained results into designated systems (e.g., LIMS, Visual Calibre).
• Follow established analytical methods for each test.
• Issue product holds and Non-Conformity Reports when analyses do not meet standards, in line with action criteria. Notify the supervisor when required to determine corrective measures.
• Collect samples (and record in LIMS when applicable) for testing in the company laboratory (LCD) and external laboratories.
• Conduct sensory evaluations of water and beer according to the Control Plan.
• Carry out yeast propagation at laboratory scale until obtaining Carlsberg flasks for industrial scale-up, including all related analyses.
• Perform additional analyses outside the Control Plan as needed to ensure finished product quality.
• Conduct analyses for interlaboratory studies to guarantee result accuracy.
• Collect samples for approval of new raw materials, auxiliaries, packaging materials, new recipes, or process improvements.
• Collect samples for organoleptic analysis required by the Damm Panel.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the laboratory.

What We’re Looking For

• Laboratory Experience : Minimum of 3 years in quality control or analytical laboratory experience within the FCMG industry
• Analytical Techniques : Experience with microbiological and physico-chemical analyses, calibration, and verification of equipment
• Systems Knowledge : Familiarity with LIMS and other laboratory management systems
• Process Knowledge : Understanding of raw materials, packaging, and production processes in beverage or food manufacturing.

Application Process

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews, and we’ll keep you updated throughout the process.

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible. If you need any adjustments or accommodations, please let us know—we’re happy to support you.