Senior QC Laboratory Analyst
Posted on Jul 8, 2026 by CV-Library
Penwortham, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Pharmaceutical
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Senior QC Laboratory Analyst
Near Preston | Permanent | 4 on, 4 off Days (7:00am-7:00pm)
Competitive Salary plus Shift Allowance
We're recruiting for a Senior QC Laboratory Analyst to join a leading UK manufacturing business near Preston. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QC professional to take on a senior laboratory role, providing technical leadership while supporting the testing and release of purified water, raw materials, bulk products and finished goods within a regulated manufacturing environment.
Working within the Quality team, you'll play a key role in maintaining the highest quality standards through analytical testing, method development, technical troubleshooting and continuous improvement, while ensuring compliance with GLP, GMP and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform analytical testing of purified water, raw materials, bulk products and finished goods in accordance with approved laboratory methods and SOPs.
• Review and approve analytical data, including chromatographic results.
• Release materials and products from quarantine following successful QC testing.
• Lead OOS and OOT investigations, implementing effective CAPAs where required.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for laboratory equipment and analytical methods.
• Validate new analytical methods and support method transfers where required.
• Create and maintain analytical workflows, processing methods and instrument methods within Chromeleon.
• Coordinate testing with external laboratories and support customer complaint investigations.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, databases and retained samples in accordance with GLP and GMP requirements.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives across the laboratory.
• Train, coach and support QC Analysts, carrying out one-to-one meetings and assisting with their ongoing development.
• Deputise for the QC Laboratory Supervisor when required.
About You
• Degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline (essential).
• Strong practical experience within a QC or analytical chemistry laboratory.
• Broad knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques and method transfer.
• Experience working within a GLP and/or GMP regulated environment.
• Experience using chromatographic techniques such as HPLC and GC would be highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of BP/EP requirements and experience within a regulated manufacturing environment would be beneficial.
• Previous experience leading investigations, reviewing analytical data and supporting junior team members.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer offering excellent career development, exposure to a wide range of analytical techniques and the opportunity to play a key role within an experienced Quality Control team.
Working Hours:
• 4 on, 4 off
• 7:00am - 7:00pm (Days)
If you're an experienced QC Laboratory Analyst looking to take the next step in your career within a regulated manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us
Near Preston | Permanent | 4 on, 4 off Days (7:00am-7:00pm)
Competitive Salary plus Shift Allowance
We're recruiting for a Senior QC Laboratory Analyst to join a leading UK manufacturing business near Preston. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QC professional to take on a senior laboratory role, providing technical leadership while supporting the testing and release of purified water, raw materials, bulk products and finished goods within a regulated manufacturing environment.
Working within the Quality team, you'll play a key role in maintaining the highest quality standards through analytical testing, method development, technical troubleshooting and continuous improvement, while ensuring compliance with GLP, GMP and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform analytical testing of purified water, raw materials, bulk products and finished goods in accordance with approved laboratory methods and SOPs.
• Review and approve analytical data, including chromatographic results.
• Release materials and products from quarantine following successful QC testing.
• Lead OOS and OOT investigations, implementing effective CAPAs where required.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for laboratory equipment and analytical methods.
• Validate new analytical methods and support method transfers where required.
• Create and maintain analytical workflows, processing methods and instrument methods within Chromeleon.
• Coordinate testing with external laboratories and support customer complaint investigations.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, databases and retained samples in accordance with GLP and GMP requirements.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives across the laboratory.
• Train, coach and support QC Analysts, carrying out one-to-one meetings and assisting with their ongoing development.
• Deputise for the QC Laboratory Supervisor when required.
About You
• Degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline (essential).
• Strong practical experience within a QC or analytical chemistry laboratory.
• Broad knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques and method transfer.
• Experience working within a GLP and/or GMP regulated environment.
• Experience using chromatographic techniques such as HPLC and GC would be highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of BP/EP requirements and experience within a regulated manufacturing environment would be beneficial.
• Previous experience leading investigations, reviewing analytical data and supporting junior team members.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer offering excellent career development, exposure to a wide range of analytical techniques and the opportunity to play a key role within an experienced Quality Control team.
Working Hours:
• 4 on, 4 off
• 7:00am - 7:00pm (Days)
If you're an experienced QC Laboratory Analyst looking to take the next step in your career within a regulated manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us
Reference: 225342274
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Senior QC Laboratory Analyst
Posted on Jul 8, 2026 by CV-Library
Penwortham, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Pharmaceutical
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Senior QC Laboratory Analyst
Near Preston | Permanent | 4 on, 4 off Days (7:00am-7:00pm)
Competitive Salary plus Shift Allowance
We're recruiting for a Senior QC Laboratory Analyst to join a leading UK manufacturing business near Preston. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QC professional to take on a senior laboratory role, providing technical leadership while supporting the testing and release of purified water, raw materials, bulk products and finished goods within a regulated manufacturing environment.
Working within the Quality team, you'll play a key role in maintaining the highest quality standards through analytical testing, method development, technical troubleshooting and continuous improvement, while ensuring compliance with GLP, GMP and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform analytical testing of purified water, raw materials, bulk products and finished goods in accordance with approved laboratory methods and SOPs.
• Review and approve analytical data, including chromatographic results.
• Release materials and products from quarantine following successful QC testing.
• Lead OOS and OOT investigations, implementing effective CAPAs where required.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for laboratory equipment and analytical methods.
• Validate new analytical methods and support method transfers where required.
• Create and maintain analytical workflows, processing methods and instrument methods within Chromeleon.
• Coordinate testing with external laboratories and support customer complaint investigations.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, databases and retained samples in accordance with GLP and GMP requirements.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives across the laboratory.
• Train, coach and support QC Analysts, carrying out one-to-one meetings and assisting with their ongoing development.
• Deputise for the QC Laboratory Supervisor when required.
About You
• Degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline (essential).
• Strong practical experience within a QC or analytical chemistry laboratory.
• Broad knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques and method transfer.
• Experience working within a GLP and/or GMP regulated environment.
• Experience using chromatographic techniques such as HPLC and GC would be highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of BP/EP requirements and experience within a regulated manufacturing environment would be beneficial.
• Previous experience leading investigations, reviewing analytical data and supporting junior team members.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer offering excellent career development, exposure to a wide range of analytical techniques and the opportunity to play a key role within an experienced Quality Control team.
Working Hours:
• 4 on, 4 off
• 7:00am - 7:00pm (Days)
If you're an experienced QC Laboratory Analyst looking to take the next step in your career within a regulated manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us
Near Preston | Permanent | 4 on, 4 off Days (7:00am-7:00pm)
Competitive Salary plus Shift Allowance
We're recruiting for a Senior QC Laboratory Analyst to join a leading UK manufacturing business near Preston. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QC professional to take on a senior laboratory role, providing technical leadership while supporting the testing and release of purified water, raw materials, bulk products and finished goods within a regulated manufacturing environment.
Working within the Quality team, you'll play a key role in maintaining the highest quality standards through analytical testing, method development, technical troubleshooting and continuous improvement, while ensuring compliance with GLP, GMP and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform analytical testing of purified water, raw materials, bulk products and finished goods in accordance with approved laboratory methods and SOPs.
• Review and approve analytical data, including chromatographic results.
• Release materials and products from quarantine following successful QC testing.
• Lead OOS and OOT investigations, implementing effective CAPAs where required.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for laboratory equipment and analytical methods.
• Validate new analytical methods and support method transfers where required.
• Create and maintain analytical workflows, processing methods and instrument methods within Chromeleon.
• Coordinate testing with external laboratories and support customer complaint investigations.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, databases and retained samples in accordance with GLP and GMP requirements.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives across the laboratory.
• Train, coach and support QC Analysts, carrying out one-to-one meetings and assisting with their ongoing development.
• Deputise for the QC Laboratory Supervisor when required.
About You
• Degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline (essential).
• Strong practical experience within a QC or analytical chemistry laboratory.
• Broad knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques and method transfer.
• Experience working within a GLP and/or GMP regulated environment.
• Experience using chromatographic techniques such as HPLC and GC would be highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of BP/EP requirements and experience within a regulated manufacturing environment would be beneficial.
• Previous experience leading investigations, reviewing analytical data and supporting junior team members.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer offering excellent career development, exposure to a wide range of analytical techniques and the opportunity to play a key role within an experienced Quality Control team.
Working Hours:
• 4 on, 4 off
• 7:00am - 7:00pm (Days)
If you're an experienced QC Laboratory Analyst looking to take the next step in your career within a regulated manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us
Reference: 225342274
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