Analyst, Quality Assurance - QA​/QC, Quality Control - QC Analysts​/Managers

We offer commercial analytical lab chemistry testing for food and drink, including: nutritional and health, microscopy, biochemistry, allergens, chromatography, packaging, cereals and ingredients, andwines and spirits

• Booking in of samples, preparation ofsamples and reporting of results to clients (10%)
• Routine analysis of food stuffs and associated materials using instrumental methods e.g. HPLC and LC/MS/MS(50%)
• Produce accurate laboratory record,calculate results, collate data for inclusion in scientific reports and produce reports for bespoke and routine analysis (30%)
• To ensure all aspects of quality are managed according to the Campden BRI standards, including maintaining QCrecords for UKAS accredited methods
• Responding to client enquires relating to testing within the section
• Training and supervision of junior staff as require
• Basic maintenance and calibration of equipment, including GC/MS/MS, LC/MS/MS and HPLC systems

• Minimum A Level(s) A or B or equivalent in Chemistry
• Degree in Chemistry
• Experience working in a laboratory environment
• Experience working with chromatography techniques desirable, particularly LC/MS/MS and HPLC
• Ability to undertake routine analysis with minimal supervision
• Good organisational skill for managingworkload and complex projects
• Well-developed communication skills
  -upwards, downwards and outwards

• Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
• Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
• Subsidised onsite restaurant

Please note due to our rural location you must be able to drive and have your own transport.

Working hours
- Monday-Friday 8.45am-5.15pm (4.30pm finish on Fridays).

The successful candidate must, by the start of their employment, have permission to work in the UK.