Senior Quality Control Technician

Brighter Signals; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Senior Quality Control Technician in Blackpool, United Kingdom. The role focuses on QC testing, ensuring timely product release, and leading investigations in a GMP environment.

You will work across the lab to maintain compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA QMSR standards and support cross-functional teams. This position is tied to DePuy Synthes as part of a planned separation; (re)assignment will follow regulatory and works council processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of A level in Science or mathematics discipline (international equivalents acceptable).
• Bachelor's degree in Scientific subject (Chemistry, Pharmacy, Forensics etc.) is desirable.
• Experience in a GMP regulated environment.
• Working with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office).
• Previous experience working within a quality environment in the Food, Consumer, Pharmaceutical or Medical device industry.

Responsibilities

• Physical testing of raw material, in process and finished product.
• Analytical testing of raw material, in process and finished goods.
• Chemical testing of raw material, in process and finished goods.
• Management of consumables and materials used in testing.
• Cleaning of items for testing within the laboratory.
• Execution of the laboratory cleaning program.
• Review of internal and external testing data.
• Lead investigations for Non-conformance and OOS excursions.

Skills

Administrative Support

Communication

Compliance Management

Document Management

Quality Control

Quality Standards

Quality Systems Documentation

Quality Validation

Teamwork

Execution Focus

Process Oriented

Factory Acceptance Test

Agility Jumps

Education

A level in Science or mathematics

Bachelor's degree in Scientific subject

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

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Blackpool, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Description

About Orthopaedics

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Orthopaedics? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Orthopaedics teams help keep more than 6 million people moving each year while delivering clinical and economic value to surgeons and healthcare systems.

Our teams build solutions for joint reconstruction; trauma and craniomaxillofacial; sports, extremities, and elective foot and ankle; spine; and robotics and digital surgery.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals.

Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes, and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

We are searching for the best talent for the Senior Quality Control Technician role to be in Blackpool, United Kingdom

Purpose:

The Senior Quality Control Technician will perform QC testing to ensure product quality, support the timely release of products and materials, and lead laboratory and non-conformance investigations. The role will work cross-functionally while ensuring compliance with cGMP and applicable quality and regulatory standards.

As a Senior Quality Control Technician, You Will Do

Day to day performance

• Physical testing of raw material, in process and finished product
• Analytical testing of raw material, in process and finished goods
• Chemical testing of raw material, in process and finished goods
• Management of consumables and materials used in testing
• Cleaning of items for testing within the laboratory
• Execution of the laboratory cleaning program
• Review of internal and external testing data

Quality And Compliance Related Responsibilities

• Ensures that all activities are carried out in compliance with all regulations and laws governing business and quality operations
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, national, international and company regulations, policies and procedures for Health, Safety and Environmental compliance.

GMP documentation and Quality Systems

• To ensure that relevant documentation, in the form of procedures and specifications are implemented and followed to guarantee compliance with ISO 14001, ISO13485, and FDA QMSRs
• Responsible for compliance of test procedures, company policies, lab-books, raw data and reports in accordance with all relevant procedures
• Support investigations to assist in the completion of Non-conformance reports and OOS excursions.

Training

• Ensure that own training records are up to date and complete
• Assist in the training of other staff

Validation

• Lead the validation of simple test methods and equipment for the QC department by: Generating protocols, executing protocols and generating reports

Calibration

• Ensure all equipment is in calibration prior to use.
• Conduct instrument calibration in line with procedures and work instructions.

External communications

• Liaise with approved manufactures to ensure data is retrieved and available
• Ensure that consumables are ordered in a timely manner to avoid testing delays

Qualification/Requirements

• Minimum of A level in Science or mathematics discipline (international equivalents acceptable)
• Bachelors degree in Scientific subject (Chemistry, Pharmacy, Forensics etc.) is desirable
• Experience in a GMP regulated environment
• Working with Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office)
• Previous experience working within a quality environment in the Food, Consumer, Pharmaceutical or Medical device industry

At Johnson & Johnson, we want every candidate to feel supported throughout the hiring process. Our goal is to make the experience clear, fair, and respectful of your time.

Here’s What You Can Expect

• Application review: We’ll carefully review your CV to see how your skills and experience align with the role.
• Getting to know you: If there’s a good match, you’ll be invited to a short call with one of our recruitment team to understand more about you and answer any questions that you might have.
• Staying informed: We know waiting can be hard and processes can evolve; our recruitment team will keep you updated and make sure you know what to expect at each step.
• Final steps: For successful candidates, you will need to complete country-specific checks before starting your new role. We will help guide you through these.

Finally, at the end of the process, we’ll invite you to share feedback in a short survey — your input helps us continue improving the experience for future candidates. Thank you for considering a career with Johnson & Jhonson. We’re excited to learn more about you and wish you the best of luck in the process! #RPOEMEA

Preferred Skills:

Administrative Support, Agility Jumps, Communication, Compliance Management, Customer Centricity, Document Management, Execution Focus, Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), Persistence and Tenacity, Process Oriented, Quality Control (QC), Quality Control Testing, Quality Standards, Quality Systems Documentation, Quality Validation, Teamwork