Quality Control Analyst

Quality Control Analyst

Posted 1 week ago by Planet Pharma

Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Dartford, England, United Kingdom

Summary: An established pharmaceutical company is looking for a Quality Control Analyst to ensure production efficiency through the development and execution of test procedures and compliance with industry standards. The role involves conducting various QC tests, reviewing data, and maintaining documentation in accordance with cGMP requirements. The ideal candidate will have practical experience in pharmaceutical QC and strong communication skills. Flexibility in working hours is also required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct QC testing on in-process controls, composite, and analytical samples using defined methods and SOPs
  • Review, approve, and report QC data for release
  • Perform analyses including particle size, cleaning verification, FTIR, DSC, surface area analysis, and pharmacopoeia testing
  • Support method development, validation, optimisation, troubleshooting, and technology transfer
  • Maintain clear, accurate documentation in line with cGMP requirements
  • Prepare analytical reports such as Statements of Results, Certificates of Analysis, and Cleaning Certificates

Key Skills:

  • Training in PTA, CTA, PCA, MFA, or pharmaceutical ZMFA (or equivalent)
  • Practical experience in pharmaceutical QC and packaging material testing
  • Strong English communication skills (written and verbal)
  • High attention to detail with the ability to work independently
  • Flexibility to work varied hours

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Dartford

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

An established pharmaceutical company is seeking a Quality Control Analyst to join their team. This role is key to ensuring the smooth running of production through the development and execution of test procedures, accurate analytical testing, and compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct QC testing on in-process controls, composite, and analytical samples using defined methods and SOPs
  • Review, approve, and report QC data for release
  • Perform analyses including particle size, cleaning verification, FTIR, DSC, surface area analysis, and pharmacopoeia testing
  • Support method development, validation, optimisation, troubleshooting, and technology transfer
  • Maintain clear, accurate documentation in line with cGMP requirements
  • Prepare analytical reports such as Statements of Results, Certificates of Analysis, and Cleaning Certificates

Qualifications

  • Training in PTA, CTA, PCA, MFA, or pharmaceutical ZMFA (or equivalent)
  • Practical experience in pharmaceutical QC and packaging material testing
  • Strong English communication skills (written and verbal)
  • High attention to detail with the ability to work independently
  • Flexibility to work varied hours

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.