Quality Control Chemist

Opportunity for a Chemistry Graduate to Join a Specialist Manufacturer of Flavours and Fragrances within the QC Department

ROLE

• Liaison with the Product Development and Production Team in respect of Organoleptic Testing of Chemicals and Shelf Life Extension of Raw Materials used for Production
• Sampling and Testing of All Incoming Raw Materials, Components, Finished Products, According to In-House Specifications and Method Analysis, Using GC, GC-MS, and Wet Chemistry Techniques
• Complete all Assigned HACCP Monitoring Documents Daily/Weekly, and Report All Non-Conformances to the Quality Manager
• Ensure All Laboratory Tasks are Performed in keeping with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and that Production Processes Adhere to the Principles of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
• Conduct Factory Inspections, Hard Plastic and Glass Audit, GMP Auditing and Traceability
• Assist in Preparation and Review of GMP Related Documents (SOP’s, Analytical Methods, Specifications, etc)
• Conduct Environmental Swabbing of Designated Area as per Schedule
• Conduct Analytical Equipment Calibration Activities Daily/Weekly as per Procedure
• Highlight and Conduct Investigations on Non-Conformances and Out of Specifications, Including Recommendations and Writing of Reports
• Label and Maintain Samples of Ingredients and Products for Retains or Shelf Life Monitoring and Identification of Potential Hazards and Solutions
• Contribute to the Investigation of Customer Complaints
• Ensure all Flavour and Fragrance Manufactured Products Comply with All Regulatory and Product Safety Criteria

REQUIRED

• Appropriate Scientific Qualification
• Experience of Working within a GLP/GMP Environment
• Familiarisation with GC, GC-MS, and Wet Chemistry Techniques
• Experience of HACCP Documentation