Quality Control Technician

Sensient Technologies Careers; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sensient Flavors & Extracts is seeking a Chemistry specialist for a 12-month maternity cover at the Bletchley site. You will test and prepare samples, perform daily analyses of raw materials and products, and support GMP-compliant operations onsite five days a week.

The role requires a solid background in Analytical Chemistry, ability to develop methods, and strong data entry/report writing skills. You will work in a high-pressure environment with opportunities to contribute to flavour projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or equivalent science discipline.
• Experience in flavor product chemistry or Analytical Chemistry preferred.
• GMP standards experience or capability required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Numerical/data entry and report writing experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily chemical analysis on related raw material and manufactured products.
• Conduct chemical extractions on selected botanical ingredients.
• Prepare all related products for sensory assessment.
• Follow GMP and assist EMP procedures in line with company policy and objectives.
• Provide production support on in-process testing, corrective actions and root cause analysis.
• Maintain records of all analyses and reference samples.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Flavor Chemistry

GMP Standards

Data Entry

Report Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Job description

The successful candidate will be responsible for a 12-month maternity cover role, testing and preparing samples as received and or produced at the Bletchley facility. You will be onsite 5 days per week.

You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-pressure environment with complex mixtures isolated from various products. You will use your experience in Analytical Chemistry to develop relevant analytical methodologies and carry out full qualitative and quantitative analyses.

What you will do:

• Perform daily chemical analysis on related raw material and manufactured products
• Conduct chemical extractions on selected botanical ingredients
• Prepare all related products for sensory assessment
• Follow GMP and assist in EMP procedures in line with company policy and business objectives
• Provide production support on in process testing, corrective actions and root cause analysis
• Maintain records of all analyses and reference samples

You will have:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Chemistry or another Science discipline
• Experience in the field of flavor product chemistry or in Analytical Chemistry is preferred
• Necessary skill and experience in the food and flavor sector are essential
• Capable to work to GMP standards
• The ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Numerical/data entry and report writing experience is essential

You will receive:

• Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
• An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond

ABOUT SENSIENTFLAVORS&EXTRACTS:

Sensient Flavors & Extracts Group develops, manufactures and distributes flavor and extract systems that are found in thousands of consumer products worldwide. The company's specialty systems are essential components of food, beverage, household and personal care products. Sensient's value-added flavors and extracts enable our customers to excel in highly competitive global markets. The Flavors & Extracts Group is located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, USA.

ABOUT SENSIENT:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

For more information, visit our website at: http://www.sensient.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

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