QC Analyst - 12 Month FTC

Job Introduction

QC Analyst
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Early shift - 05.30 - 14.00

Thanks for checking out our vacancy, we’re delighted you want to learn more about Dechra.

Dechra are a growing, global specialist in the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high-quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.

Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2000 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business.

As an Analytical Analyst you are involved in carrying out testing (chemical and administrative) on raw materials. All QC activities are performed according to established procedures and according to the Dechra Quality Management System.

Role Responsibility

So, what will you be doing?

Performing analytical and physical tests and evaluating the results obtained in order to guarantee the quality of packaging materials, semi-finished products, raw materials and end products, ie all Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements are met and all results are met.

Meet established specifications and customer requirements.

Collection, receipt and archiving of samples of raw materials.
Ensure an efficient division of the work, taking into account the production planning and agreed lead times.
Performing regular maintenance and minor repairs, keeping clean and calibrating equipment, materials and spaces.
Perform tests on raw materials, using a wide range of analysis equipment.
Working knowledge of raw materials testing, testing a per Pharmacopoeia.
Perform analysis for process, product, cleaning and equipment validation studies
Conducting analysis for stability studies
Carry out analysis for method transfers to or from other laboratories.
Checking analysis data, documents, methods and procedures.
Correct interpretation, processing and reporting of analysis data in electronic data systems and validation protocols.
Conducting examinations as a result of Out-of-Specification results, deviations and other quality-related investigations.
Keeping in touch with relevant departments to ensure that analytical tests are performed on time.
Ensure the cleanliness in the laboratory rooms and the individual workplace.
Providing training / training to new employees or colleagues.
Arranging the execution of external research, sending samples, processing reports and checking the progress of the work to be carried out.
Drafting of specifications incl. Analytical regulations for raw materials.
Drafting of procedures relating to the departmental work and handling it according to the regulations.
All other tasks that can reasonably be requested and approved by the management.
Collaborate with team colleagues to ensure that the workplace environment remains at a high level regarding quality and cleanliness and complies with company and legislative standards at all times;
Ensure both your own health and safety and that of others, ensure that all company safety and quality systems and relevant legislation are complied with, ask questions and report any incidents or suggestions to the manager;
Ensure that all waste is safely removed and is in line with business processes.
Stay abreast of developments in the field through training, reading of literature, documentation and the like.

The Ideal Candidate

Here at Dechra, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer and we embrace candidates from all walks of life. We’re particularly keen to hear from those who have/are:

Very precise and concentrated work
Can work in a team
Good communicative skills
Good problem-solving ability
Strong attention to detail
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical GMP quality control laboratory and raw materials testing
Knowledge of chemical and physical analysis techniques; HPLC, UV-VIS, DLC, MID-IR, (auto) titration, water determination Karl Fischer, TOC, physicochemical tests as density, melting point determination, color measurement, viscosity measurement, pH measurement
Knowledge of laboratory equipment to be used
Working in Word and Excel and with HPLC data system (CDS)
Knowledge of environmental, health and safety, GMP and company regulations
Global knowledge of production method
Knowledge of the applicable procedures and their application
BSc Hons in Chemistry or equivalent in scientific field

Due to the nature of our business, all successful candidates will be required to complete a basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service check) before employment can commence, and at regular intervals during employment. This check will be paid for by Dechra.

Package Description

Average 36-hour working week (with a day off every other Friday!!)
Earlies, 05.30 - 14.00
Plenty of training and development opportunities
22.5 days annual leave + Bank holidays
Option to buy a week's holiday each year
8% Employer Pension Contribution
Free access to the Headspace App
Employee Assistance Programme
Discounted gym membership
Free on-site parking and electric charging