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Quality Control Analyst - UK
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Quality Control Analyst - UK
Location: Newmarket, Suffolk Department: Quality Employment Type: Full Time Application Deadline: 31 August 2027
About the Role
Wychem, an Ascensus Specialties Company, is announcing an opening for a Quality Control (QC) Analyst. As part of a fast-paced analytical laboratory, the QC Analyst ensures compliance with client and company specifications by performing analyses of raw materials, intermediates, and final products. This role supports production workflows, R&D projects, and assists the Quality Control Lead in method reviews, documentation, and equipment troubleshooting, contributing directly to the company’s growth.
Responsibilities
The QC Analyst plays a pivotal role in:
- Conducting a wide range of analyses, including:
- Gas Chromatography (GC)
- High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
- Karl Fischer Titrations (KF)
- Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
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Maintaining meticulous records of test results, observations, and deviations per company procedures and industry standards.
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Collaborating with the QC Lead, production teams, and researchers to support new product development.
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Troubleshooting quality issues, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
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Participating in method improvement, validation, and enhancement of efficiency and quality.
Skills & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Education & Experience: Degree in Organic or Analytical Chemistry preferred with 1–2 years of relevant experience (education may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis).
- Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with GC, HPLC, FTIR, KF, and titration techniques.
- Safety & Compliance: Knowledge of QC systems (e.g., ISO 9001:2015) and handling hazardous chemicals.
- Soft Skills: Strong prioritisation, time management, and ability to manage pressure under shifting workloads.
- Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
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Preferred Qualifications
- Experience: 3–5 years in Quality Control, ideally in fine chemical or pharma manufacturing.
- Instrumentation: Proficient operation and maintenance of GC, HPLC, KF, FTIR, titrations, and balances.
- Troubleshooting: Ability to maintain, diagnose, and repair GCs, HPLCs, and gas generation systems.
- Leadership: Demonstrated prioritisation and time management in high-pressure settings.
Benefits
- Pay & Bonuses: Competitive salary + bonus scheme
- Pension: 7% employer pension contribution
- Holidays: 25 days (excluding 8 bank holidays)
- Life Insurance: Cover up to 4x salary
- Employee Assistance Programs: Support services available
- Convenience: Free parking
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