Site Quality Officer

ALS; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25–30 days + 8 holidays

Buy annual leave

Sick pay scheme

Salary progression scheme

Perkbox membership

Learning/study support

Group personal pension

On-site car parking

Job summary

ALS in Carlisle is seeking a Site Quality Officer to maintain and enhance the ALS Quality Management System within the Microbiology team. The role focuses on audits, validation protocol reviews, and ensuring SOP compliance across the site.

You will lead investigations, track non-conformances, manage calibration schedules, deliver staff training, and drive continuous quality improvement initiatives while working on-site with a Monday–Friday, 40-hour schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience with validation protocols and procedures.
• Auditing experience and investigations.
• Strong analytical/technical background and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across teams and clients.

Responsibilities

• Review and amend SOPs; authorise document issuance.
• Ensure staff are trained on updated procedures.
• Coordinate and document investigations; timely reporting.
• Perform internal audits and follow up on corrective actions.
• Drive continuous quality improvement across the site.

Skills

Auditing

Method validation

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Science degree (advantageous)

Job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

The Role

We are looking for a Site Quality Officer to join our Microbiology team, this position is based at our Carlisle site. If you are passionate about Microbiology, have a keen eye for detail and are committed to maintaining high quality standards, we would love to hear from you.

As a Site Quality Officer , you play an essential role in a team by maintaining and enhancing the ALS Quality Management System. We are seeking candidates with demonstrated experience in auditing and method validation, as you will be responsible for conducting audits and thorough reviews of validation protocols and reports, and ensuring compliance with current SOPs and procedures.

Your strong analytical and technical background will be essential for leading and documenting investigations, tracking non-compliance issues, and overseeing the proficiency testing program. You will also assist in managing equipment calibration schedules, deliver staff training, and drive continuous quality improvement initiatives across the site.

The Details

• Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent, On-site


• Working Days: Monday to Friday


• Hours: 40 hours per week


• Location: Carlisle

The day to day

• Assist with the review and amendment of SOPs, and authorise the issue of documents.


• Ensure that all SOPs and procedures are current, and relevant staff are trained in updated procedures.


• Coordinate and document investigations, ensuring timely submission and completion in line with ALS procedures.


• Perform corrective/preventive actions for non-conforming work, complaints, and internal audits, followed by effectiveness checks.


• Perform internal audits, spot checks, and follow up on action items to ensure timely resolution of identified issues

The Essentials

• A degree in a Science-related field advantageous.


• Strong analytical and technical skills, with a solid understanding of validation protocols and procedures.


• A keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving.


• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively both within the team and with external clients.


• Good organisational abilities, capable of managing multiple tasks and working to deadlines.


• High computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


• The ability to remain objective and uphold quality standards in challenging situations.

Our benefits include:

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)


• Ability to Buy annual leave.


• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme


• Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.


• ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards


• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.


• Learning/study support


• Group Personal Pension Plan


• Car Parking on-site

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.