Quality Control Analyst

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth

Team environment

Safety first

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a meticulous Quality Control Analyst for a Queenstown laboratory role. You will perform analytical tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure quality compliance, operating analytical equipment and generating reliable data with attention to detail.

This position offers growth within the QC field, exposure to diverse techniques, and a collaborative team focused on scientific accuracy and product safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Experience in a Quality Control laboratory setting is essential.
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment such as spectrophotometers, chromatographs, and titrators.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine analytical tests on samples using laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and standards required for testing procedures.
• Accurately record and document all test results, observations, and deviations in accordance with SOPs.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and functionality.
• Analyze test data, identify out-of-specification results, and report findings to the Quality Control Supervisor.
• Participate in method validation and contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory procedures.

Skills

Spectrophotometers

Chromatographs

Titrators

Analytical techniques

Record-keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Tools

LIMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and technically adept Quality Control Analyst to join their laboratory team in Queenstown. This role involves performing a variety of tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure they meet established quality standards and specifications. You will work with analytical equipment and methodologies to generate accurate and reliable data, playing a crucial part in maintaining product integrity and compliance. This position offers a stable career opportunity within the manufacturing sector in the Eastern Cape, contributing to a company committed to quality and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine analytical tests on samples using laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and standards required for testing procedures.
• Accurately record and document all test results, observations, and deviations in accordance with SOPs.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and functionality.
• Analyze test data, identify out-of-specification results, and report findings to the Quality Control Supervisor.
• Participate in method validation and contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory procedures.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Previous experience in a Quality Control laboratory setting is essential.
• Proficiency in using standard laboratory equipment such as spectrophotometers, chromatographs, and titrators.
• Strong understanding of analytical techniques and laboratory safety practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and meticulous record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively in a laboratory environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance incentives.
• Exposure to a variety of analytical techniques and laboratory instrumentation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the QC field.
• A supportive team environment focused on scientific accuracy.
• Contribution to ensuring the quality and safety of manufactured products.