Quality Control Analyst

Quality Control Analyst

Location: Sandwich, Kent

Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

We are supporting a growing and forward-thinking API manufacturer within the medical and nutraceutical sector in their search for a GMP Quality Control Analyst. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with industrial or commercial laboratory experience using HPLC who is looking to contribute to a quality-driven, regulated manufacturing environment.

In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring products are tested, compliant, and manufactured to the highest regulatory standards. You’ll work closely with Production and Quality Assurance teams to maintain GMP compliance and deliver accurate, reliable analytical results.

As a GMP Quality Control Analyst, you will support laboratory and manufacturing operations by performing analytical testing, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining high-quality standards across production activities.

• Perform analytical and physical testing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API)
• Conduct HPLC analysis (assay and impurities) within an industrial/commercial laboratory environment
• Support production schedules through timely and accurate testing
• Work collaboratively with Production and Quality Assurance teams to ensure GMP compliance
• Accurately record, analyse, and report results in line with regulatory requirements
• Contribute to maintaining controlled manufacturing processes aligned with international regulatory standards

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Forensic Science, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Proven industrial or commercial laboratory experience using HPLC (assay and impurity analysis)
• Experience in QC testing of APIs
• Strong understanding of GMP environments
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to prioritise workload and adapt to changing priorities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Right to work in the UK

• Experience using GC
• Experience with additional wet chemistry techniques

We are looking for someone who is proactive, collaborative, and motivated to contribute within a laboratory-based role.

• £29k starting salary + Benefits

If you are an experienced QC professional with strong HPLC expertise gained in an industrial or commercial laboratory setting, we would be pleased to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career within a growing and quality-focused manufacturing environment.