Quality Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech firm is seeking a Quality Specialist to ensure compliance with GMP and quality standards in Kingston upon Hull. The role includes overseeing QC labs, supporting audits, and training staff on quality practices. Candidates are required to have at least 3 years of experience in a quality-related field.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a Quality role.
• Experience with GMP, GDP, and internal quality standards.
• Familiarity with QC testing data and batch records.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with GMP and internal quality standards.
• Review and approve QC testing data and batch records.
• Support internal and external audits and inspections.

Skills

GMP

Quality Control

Quality Assurance

Data Integrity

Root Cause Analysis

Job description

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Client:

Planet Pharma

Location:

kingston upon hull, east yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Planet Pharma are partnered with a leading biotech and we are actively seeking an experienced QC Technician to join the business on an initial 6 month contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, and internal quality standards across laboratory and manufacturing operations.
• Review and approve QC testing data, batch records, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Support audits (internal and external), inspections (e.g., by regulatory authorities), and readiness activities.
• Perform quality oversight for QC labs, including data integrity checks, environmental monitoring review, and test method verification.
• Support investigation of quality events (deviations, OOS, OOT), assist with root cause analysis, and contribute to corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Coordinate and manage document control processes including SOPs, protocols, and work instructions.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams to ensure quality requirements are met during product development and manufacturing.
• Assist in training and mentoring of staff on GMP principles and quality practices.
• Monitor and analyze quality metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Support the qualification and maintenance of controlled environments, equipment, and instruments in collaboration with QC and engineering teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in the quality management system (QMS).
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting and escalation of quality issues.

Key Requirements:

• 3 years relevant experience

About Planet Pharma:

Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.

Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.

We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

www.planet-pharma.com

Please click ‘apply’ or contact Harry Banks (Recruiter II) at Planet Pharma for more information: