Quality Control Analyst
Posted Today by Planet Pharma
Negotiable
Undetermined
Onsite
Dartford, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Quality Control Analyst role is a full-time, on-site position based in Dartford, England, with a contract duration of 6 months. The analyst will be responsible for implementing quality control measures for raw materials and clinical trial supplies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Key tasks include conducting inspections, managing documentation, and performing analytical testing in accordance with GMP requirements. The position requires a strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and document Musterzüge (sampling) of raw materials for the manufacture of clinical trial supplies
- Perform and document incoming goods inspections, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards
- Manage storage, retention, and archiving of samples and all related documentation
- Participate in quality-releasing processes for printed labels
- Conduct quality control of product distribution to ensure compliance and traceability
- Support the development and optimization of test procedures
- Perform analytical testing of in-process controls and composite samples in accordance with GMP and EHS requirements
- Execute analyses using defined methods and SOPs within agreed timelines
- Carry out a broad range of tests, including Particle size analysis, Cleaning verification, FTIR identification testing etc
- Review, approve, and report QC data, ensuring accuracy, clarity and compliance with cGMP
- Prepare test methods for particle size and cleaning verification analyses
- Compile and issue analytical documentation such as Statements of Results, Certificates of Analysis, and Cleaning Certificates
Key Skills:
- Completed training as PTA, CTA, PCA, MFA, or pharmaceutical ZMFA (or equivalent technical training)
- Practical experience in quality control of pharmaceuticals and/or packaging materials
- Strong command of English, both written and spoken
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation quality
- Ability to work independently and efficiently while maintaining compliance with GMP standards
- Willingness to work flexible hours, depending on operational needs
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Dartford
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Title: Quality Control Analyst
Location: Dartford - Fully on-site
Client: Leading Pharmaceutical Company
Type: 6 months contract - full time
Shifts: 3 weeks rotation
Early shift 6am - 2pm Monday-Friday
Late shift 1:30pm - 10pm Monday-Thursday, 1:30pm - 7pm Friday
Night shift 9pm - 7am
Main Responsibilities
- Implement and document Musterzüge (sampling) of raw materials for the manufacture of clinical trial supplies
- Perform and document incoming goods inspections, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards
- Manage storage, retention, and archiving of samples and all related documentation
- Participate in quality-releasing processes for printed labels
- Conduct quality control of product distribution to ensure compliance and traceability
- Support the development and optimization of test procedures
- Perform analytical testing of in-process controls and composite samples in accordance with GMP and EHS requirements
- Execute analyses using defined methods and SOPs within agreed timelines
- Carry out a broad range of tests, including Particle size analysis, Cleaning verification, FTIR identification testing etc
- Review, approve, and report QC data, ensuring accuracy, clarity and compliance with cGMP
- Prepare test methods for particle size and cleaning verification analyses
- Compile and issue analytical documentation such as Statements of Results, Certificates of Analysis, and Cleaning Certificates
Main Requirements
- Completed training as PTA, CTA, PCA, MFA, or pharmaceutical ZMFA (or equivalent technical training)
- Practical experience in quality control of pharmaceuticals and/or packaging materials
- Strong command of English , both written and spoken
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation quality
- Ability to work independently and efficiently while maintaining compliance with GMP standards
- Willingness to work flexible hours , depending on operational needs
ABOUT PLANET PHARMA
Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering. Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing. We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.