QA Chemist

Business Unit

MAES

Packaging & Board Assembly - Polymer, Protection &

Laboratory related activities:

• Support the day-to-day operation of the QA Laboratory, providing guidance and cover during absences of QA Technicians.
• Lead Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities, including planning, execution, analysis, and reporting to ensure data integrity.
• Support and maintain the internal calibration programme, testing and verifying balances, scales, ovens and other lab equipment to meet quality and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and improve good laboratory practices and housekeeping standards, including waste management, 5S principles, and audit readiness.
• Ensure laboratory activities comply with the Company Quality Management System, SOPs, and data integrity, updating electronic quality databases in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assess raw materials approaching end of shelf life, conduct re-validation testing and recommend actions to Procurement and Supply Chain.

Process improvement related activities:

• Monitor and trend batch production and raw material QA data, identify adverse trends, initiate investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead investigations into failed batches and non-conforming results, applying root cause analysis methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, CAPA, and collaborate with Production, Technical and Procurement teams.
• Support and implement a culture of right-first-time and quality excellence in operations, in coordination with Production and Technical teams.
• Participate in internal audits, quality reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

General requirements:

• Work in full compliance with Company Health & Safety policies, complete required training and promote safe working practices within the laboratory.
• Adhere to all company rules, regulations, and ethical standards, acting as a role model for quality-driven behaviour.
• Role involves working in laboratory and production environments and wearing PPE.

• Previous practical laboratory experience.
• A-level minimum in Chemistry desirable.
• IT literate and competent with Microsoft Office or similar programs.
• Practical approach to work with ability to set priorities and solve problems.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to record, manipulate and analyse data, generating detailed reports.

• Highly detail‑oriented, with a strong commitment to accuracy and precision.
• Quality‑driven, taking pride in maintaining high standards and reliable outcomes.
• Methodical and disciplined, comfortable following procedures and structured processes.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team, prioritising workload and meeting deadlines with urgency.
• Safety‑conscious, especially when working with laboratory equipment.
• Analytical and curious, interested in understanding data, trends and root causes.
• Collaborative, able to work effectively with quality, production and technical teams.

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.