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QA Officer - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing - HULL

Join a Growing Pharmaceutical Company with a Passion for Quality and Innovation!

We are partnering with an ambitious and rapidly expanding pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in Hull to recruit a QA Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a company making significant investments in their facilities, people, and future.

As a QA Officer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring that quality standards are upheld across all stages of manufacturing and supply. Whether you're an experienced QA Associate looking to take the next step, or already operating as a QA Officer, this role offers the chance to grow in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with GMP and regulatory requirements.

Conduct batch record review and assist in product release activities.

Handle deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and customer complaints.

Assist with internal audits and regulatory inspections.

Support document control processes and SOP management.

Collaborate with manufacturing, QC, and supply chain teams to promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Prior experience in a GMP-compliant pharmaceutical environment, ideally within a CDMO.

Strong understanding of pharmaceutical quality systems and regulatory guidelines.

Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Science degree or relevant qualification preferred.

Why Join?

Be part of a growing business with exciting expansion plans.

Modern facilities and a forward-thinking team.

Genuine opportunities for progression and development.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Positive, quality-driven culture.

Ready to take your QA career to the next level in a company that's going places?
Apply now or contact Gareth Gooley on for more info

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Qualified Person (QP) - Sterile Manufacturing

Are you a Qualified Person with experience in sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing? Looking to make an impact in a forward-thinking company where quality and patient safety come first?

Smart4 Sciences are working with a pharmaceutical manufacturer in Essex specialising in the production of sterile and non-sterile products. As part of their continued expansion, they're seeking an experienced and proactive Qualified Person to join their quality team.

The Role:

As a QP, you'll be responsible for ensuring that products released to market meet the highest standards of GMP compliance and patient safety. Working in a modern GMP facility, you will:

Act as a QP for the certification and release of sterile pharmaceutical products

Ensure full compliance with MHRA and EU GMP guidelines

Liaise closely with QA, Production, and Regulatory Affairs teams

Contribute to audits, inspections, and continuous improvement projects

Support the development of junior QA staff and provide QP oversight where needed

About You:

Eligible to act as a Qualified Person under Directive 2001/83/EC

Prior experience working with sterile manufacturing (aseptic/terminally sterilised products) is desirable

Strong working knowledge of EU GMP and UK pharmaceutical regulations

If you're a QP ready for your next challenge in a state-of-the-art sterile manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today or contact Gareth Gooley on for a confidential discussion.

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Project Automation Engineer-Contract- Pharmaceutical- ABB- ABB800XA

I am currently recruiting for a Project Automation Engineer with proven experience in ABB control systems to join a global pharmaceutical company on a contract basis.

Key responsibilities for the Project Automation Engineer-Contract

Review technical documentation for automation and engineering activities.Design, configure, and troubleshoot ABB DCS/PLC/SCADA systems (e.g., ABB 800xA), communicating with the client directly.Develop and review documentation, system architecture, and detailed design documentsEnsure automation systems meet GxP and GMP compliance standards

Requirements for the Project Automation Engineer-Contract

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Automation, or Control Engineering (or related discipline)Hands-on experience with ABB control systems, preferably ABB 800xAExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills

To apply for the Project Automation Engineer-Contract or here more information, please contact Liam Shannon at Smart4Sciences on 01925 239723 or email

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Construction Project Manager- French Speaking

I am currently recruiting for a Construction Project Manager on a contract basis based in Northern France for a new build of a pharmaceutical plant. As a Construction Project Manager, you'll be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of the project coordinating teams, managing budgets and timelines, and liaising with clients, contractors, and subcontractors.

Key responsibilities for the Construction Project Manager- French Speaking

Plan and execute, construction projects in line with deadlines and budgets.Oversee and manage the lifecycle of the project from pre-construction and construction..Lead on-site, off-site, contractors and suppliers to work within SLAs and ensure the project is going according to budget and plan.Communicate with stakeholders, clients and could build and develop a relationship, often in French.

Requirements for the Construction Project Manager- French Speaking

Experience working within Construction Project Manager for 5 years.Strong leadership and negotiation skills within the pharmaceutical industry.NVQ, Bachelor or similar qualification within a relevant discipline.

To apply for the Construction Project Manager- French Speaking or here more information, please contact Liam Shannon at Smart4Sciences on 01925 239723,

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Role: Lab Technician

Location: Oxfordshire

Salary: Circa £30,000

The role:

Monitoring and maintaining general laboratory stocks.Monitoring and maintaining gas stocks.Ordering specific consumables and reagents Scheduling and organising waste collections.Laboratory cleaning and general maintenance.Overseeing laboratory coat laundering and restocking of clean laboratory coats into the appropriate lockers.Organising stocks and storage to achieve the best usage of the available space.

Experience:

Experience of working in a laboratory environment.Excellent organisation skills.Proactive.Flexible and adaptable, able to prioritise.Quality minded.

If you would like to apply to this position please click the link "apply" or email with your CV!

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Lead Engineer- Pharmaceutical manufacturing

I am working with a pharmaceutical manufacturing site based in St Albans, currently looking for a Lead Engineer, to perform Maintenance, Repairs and Troubleshoot, packaging and manufacturing equipment.

Key responsibilities for the Lead Engineer- Pharmaceutical manufacturing

Lead hands on engineering activities for machinery, both equipment and plant.Lead and supervise a team of both Engineers and technicians for daily, weekly and monthly schedules.Responsible for planning scheduled maintenance for both routine and preventive maintenance, conducting troubleshooting for production equipment to reduce downtime.Communicate with external suppliers and agreed contractors for the most effective service level agreements

Requirements for the Lead Engineer- Pharmaceutical manufacturing

NVQ or equivalent qualification within Engineering 5 years' experience within the FMCG or pharmaceutical industryExperience leading Engineering teams.

Benefits for the Lead Engineer- Pharmaceutical manufacturing

Free on-site parking.Private healthcare schemeNo weekends.25+ 8 bank holidays.

To apply for the Lead Engineer or here more information, please contact Liam Shannon at Smart4Sciences on 01925 239723.

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Validation Engineer - Pharmaceuticals - Hull

Salary negotiable

Are you looking for your next step in Pharmaceutical Validation ?

This company is experiencing an exciting period of growth, known for internal progression & variation, this is great place to progress your skills & expertise in Validation Engineering.

As the Validation Engineer, you will benefit from working on various projects including exposure to the full validation life from Design Qualification through to operational handover & inclusive of CSV.

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

Broad validation experience in GMP Experience in cGMP Annex 11, 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5. Able to write URS and VMP (DQ, OQ, IQ, PQ)

would like to discuss please get in touch & apply now or contact Simon Fowler at NGAGE Smart4Sciences

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Job Title - Mechanical Engineer

Location - St Helens

Are you a Mechanical Engineer with experience of maintenance engineering who would like to join a new company at the beginning of it's ambitious journey to commercial manufacturing ?

Salary Range - Open

Details/Brief - This is a full-time on-site role as a Mechanical Engineer. The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for tasks such as mechanical and electrical engineering and maintenance, machine improvements, project management, PLC programming and research and development (R&D)

Qualifications

Mechanical Engineering and Machine Design skillsProficiency in PLC programmingExperience in Project Management and Research and Development (R&D)Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work well in a team environmentQualified to level 3 in Mechanical EngineeringPrevious experience in the glass industry is a plus

Please contact Simon Fowler on 01925239725

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Fragrance Evaluator - South Coast, UK
Salary: Dependent on Experience

A fast-growing, international fragrance business is seeking a Fragrance Evaluator to join its creative team, with a focus on the Chinese market. This role requires a strong olfactory sense, an understanding of fragrance trends, and the ability to manage multiple creative projects in collaboration with internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead or support fragrance selection and development across product categories

Collaborate with perfumers, technical teams, and marketing to translate trends into innovative fragrances

Participate in sensory panels and support cross-functional creative processes

Coordinate with global teams and contribute to the development of fragranced media

Requirements:

Proven experience in fragrance evaluation or a similar role

Strong sensory skills and knowledge of fragrance materials and industry standards

Mandarin language skills ( good to have but not mandatory )

Excellent communication and analytical abilities

Willingness to relocate to the South Coast of England and work partially aligned with China time zones

What's Offered:

Competitive salary

28 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with service

Pension and life insurance

Enhanced benefits after qualifying period

Free parking on-site

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Role: Senior Quality Control Analyst

Location: Cardiff

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000

This is an exciting opportunity for a Quality Control Analyst to join an experienced team on the South Coast of Wales.

The role: Senior QC Analyst

As an Analyst you will:

Design and carry out HPLC/UPLC/UV/GC analytical method validation and/or verificationSupport the department to monitor the quality of components, raw materials, products and production processes by inspection, sampling and/or analysis.

The successful QC Analyst will have:

A relevant science degree or equivalent qualificationUnderstanding of current GMP, Health and Safety and COSHH regulationsExperience of designing validation, and/or verification protocols, running method validation, and/or verification studies and be able to write validation reports with minimal supervisionThe ability to take on a limited supervisory role would be an advantageRelevant experience in a pharmaceutical or equivalent laboratory environment and proven industry experience performing analytical validation

To apply for the Senior Quality Control Analyst or here more information, please contact Jack Challinor at Smart4Sciecnes on

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