Quality Control Chemist

Reference: GTC003_1783335780

Responsibilities

  • Perform quality control testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products using a range of analytical techniques
  • Document and report analytical results in accordance with quality procedures and regulatory standards
  • Support production, quality, and R&D teams through accurate and timely laboratory testing
  • Investigate analytical issues, out-of-specification results, and support root cause analysis
  • Contribute to method development, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Maintain laboratory compliance, technical documentation, and safe working practices

Instrument Skills

  • Gas Chromatography (GC)
  • High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
  • Karl Fischer Titrators (KF)
  • Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
  • Analytical Balances
  • Titration Equipment
  • Gas Generation Systems

Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-paced laboratory environment
  • Knowledge of laboratory safety and handling hazardous chemicals
  • Strong documentation and record-keeping skills
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Required Experience

  • Degree in Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline (or equivalent experience)
  • 1-2 years' experience within an analytical or quality control laboratory. Years of experience may include relevant academic experience.
  • Practical experience operating GC, HPLC, FTIR, Karl Fischer equipment, and titrations
  • Experience handling hazardous chemicals
  • Understanding of QC Quality systems like ISO 9001:2015
  • Experience managing multiple priorities and working to deadlines

Desired / Advanced Experience

  • 3-5 years' Quality Control experience within fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or a related industry
  • Experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing GC, HPLC, and gas generation systems
  • Advanced expertise operating GC, HPLC, FTIR, Karl Fischer equipment, titration systems, and analytical balances
  • Experience supporting analytical method development and validation
  • Knowledge of quality management systems, including ISO 9001:2015
  • Proven ability to investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions
  • Demonstrated success driving process improvements and laboratory efficiency initiatives
  • Strong track record of prioritising work effectively in an operational laboratory environment

£30,000.00 - £36,000.00
Per annum
7% Pension, 25+8 holiday days, Life insurance

Suffolk

Full Time

Added 06/07/2026
Reference: GTC003_1783335780

Quality Control Chemist

Suffolk
Full Time

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