Qc Analyst

QC Analyst required on a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave, based in Cheshire. Requiring a degree in Chemistry, with knowledge and/or proven industrial experience of wet chemistry analysis, GC and/or HPLC. Recent Chemistry graduates encouraged to apply.

Title: QC Analyst

Location: Cheshire

Salary: £28,000 - £33,000 (dependent on experience)

Employment Term: Fixed term contract (12-15 months) to cover maternity leave

SRG are working with a multinational company who specialise in the creation of speciality chemicals for a range of markets. They are now looking for a QC Analyst to join their analytical team on a fixed term contract (12-15 months) to cover maternity leave, at their site based in Cheshire. This role will include analysing raw samples and finished products using a range of analytical techniques and instrumentation, along with recording and reporting data accordingly. Candidates who have proven industrial experience of wet chemistry analysis, GC and HPLC are encouraged to apply, although recent Chemistry graduates will be considered, and training can be provided.

Benefits: An opportunity to gain great experience within a highly respected, multi-national company, with significant intellectual property potential and commercial impact. 37.5 hours, Mon-Fri, 8:30-4:30 (with flexibility). Excellent company pension and bonus potential, private healthcare and 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory bank holidays.

Role / Description

• Performing wet chemistry techniques to analyse raw materials and finished products (including titrations, pH testing, density testing and others)
• Using analytical instrumentation for analysis including HPLC, GC and IC through following methodology provided
• Recording and reporting data within the quality system- completing documents and spreadsheets accurately
• Reporting results in a timely fashion under direction and priority
• Performing analytical investigations and tests to meet research and customer needs
• Having responsibility for maintenance and upkeep of analytical equipment
• Approving and rejecting raw materials

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry (or similar)
  • Recent Chemistry graduates are encouraged to apply
• Knowledge and/or proven industrial experience of wet chemistry analysis, HPLC and/or GC
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Work well within a small time with good time management and organisational skills

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