Senior Analytical Chemist - QC & Method Development

Pernod Ricard; Cork; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Irish Distillers, a Pernod Ricard company, seeks an Analytical Chemist in Cork. You will perform finished bottle analyses, support manufacturing and central lab activities, and help maintain quality systems within a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires a degree in chemistry and 3–5 years of analytical experience, with hands-on GC, HPLC and ICP knowledge, rigorous documentation, and strong collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in analytical chemistry, preferably in manufacturing or a lab.
• Solid understanding of ISO quality systems.
• Experience with GC, HPLC and ICP techniques.
• Weighing, pipetting, solution/standard preparation.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong documentation, numeric and IT skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and analysis of finished bottle products and other samples according to procedures and ISO standards.
• Calibrate and perform daily checks of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain complete records of tests performed.
• Develop and update in-house laboratory procedures as needed.
• Support senior chemists during method development and validation.
• Assist with on-going research projects and Pilot Plant activities.
• Troubleshoot and maintain laboratory equipment.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Quality assurance

Documentation

Strong communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry

Tools

GC

HPLC

ICP

LIMS

Job description

Irish Distillers, a Pernod Ricard company, seeks an Analytical Chemist in Cork. You will perform finished bottle analyses, support manufacturing and central lab activities, and help maintain quality systems within a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires a degree in chemistry and 3–5 years of analytical experience, with hands-on GC, HPLC and ICP knowledge, rigorous documentation, and strong collaboration across teams.