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Smart4Sciences is supporting a leading manufacturing organisation in recruiting a QC Analyst to join their Quality Control team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a laboratory environment, carrying out quality control testing to ensure raw materials and finished products meet both company and customer specifications.

The RolePerform quality control testing of raw materials, finished goods, and other samples as requiredPrepare and analyse samples in accordance with established laboratory proceduresSupport the Quality Manager and Quality Control Manager with routine and ad hoc testing activitiesFollow Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), health and safety regulations, and maintain laboratory housekeeping standardsEnsure the correct storage and disposal of retained production and laboratory samplesValidate laboratory instruments in line with company proceduresManage laboratory consumables and solvent stock, carrying out regular stock checks and arranging replenishment where requiredIssue Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) and maintain accurate laboratory records and filing systemsSupport Production, Customer Service, Technical Service, Purchasing, R&D, and Commercial teams through timely and accurate testingIdentify and implement process improvements to enhance laboratory performance and efficiencyUtilise Microsoft Word, Excel, and internal systems including Epicor, BOS, COSHH databases, Torque databases, and email systemsThe CandidateExperience working within a laboratory environmentPrevious experience in a Quality Control roleA Levels or equivalent qualifications in one or more scientific subjectsProficient in Microsoft Word and ExcelStrong attention to detail and commitment to quality standardsAbility to manage workloads effectively and work flexibly to meet business needsExcellent communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationships across departmentsKnowledge of laboratory health and safety practices and quality procedures

If you're looking to develop your career within a quality-focused laboratory environment and contribute to the delivery of high-quality products, Smart4Sciences would love to hear from you.