QC Analyst

Location: Dartford, UK (On-site)Duration: 07/2026 – 07/2027 (Contract with a possibility of extension)Working Hours: Full-time (Shift-based, 3 weeks rotation: Early, Late, Night shift)Pay Rate: 17.18 GBP/hOur Client Our client is a leading global company, widely recognized for its large-scale pharmaceutical operations, specialized product development, and advanced manufacturing ecosystems. Working through modern laboratory frameworks and rigorous quality standards, they drive innovation and deliver high-performing healthcare solutions across international markets.Role Overview This is a dynamic opportunity for a Quality Control (QC) Analyst to join the Laboratory Operations team and contribute to the smooth running of pharmaceutical production. We are seeking a detail-oriented analyst who will conduct raw material, in-process, and composite sample testing under day-to-day supervision. The ideal candidate will ensure that all analytical testing is performed in strict accordance with defined methods, SOPs, and cGMP/EHS guidelines.Key Responsibilities Analytical Testing & Analysis: Perform routine particle size analysis (Malvern Mastersizers, Sympatec), cleaning verification (HPLC), identification testing (FTIR and Raman), moisture content (Karl Fisher), DSC, and pharmacopoeia analyses.Quality & Compliance (cGMP): Review, approve, and report generated analytical data for QC Release. Ensure all operations strictly comply with data integrity requirements, corporate standards, and site policies.EHS & Laboratory Maintenance: Maintain the laboratory in a clean and safe state compliant with EHS and COSHH standards. Support the identification and reporting of EHS improvements via Entropy.Documentation & Reporting: Prepare test methods, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and analytical test reports for clients (including Certificates of Analysis, Statement of Results, and Cleaning Certificates).Investigation & Deviation Management: Identify, document, and trigger laboratory investigations, deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results, out-of-tolerance events, and change controls under the supervision of senior analysts.Sampling & Maintenance: Perform microbiological sampling (including label generation and sample submission forms) and ensure that laboratory instrumentation is correctly calibrated and operated.Qualifications Education: Science graduate (Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology, or related discipline) or equivalent extensive industry experience.Experience: Proven hands-on experience in a laboratory operation within a strict cGMP/cGXP environment (preferably pharmaceutical manufacturing).Technical Knowledge: Basic to solid working knowledge of analytical equipment and principles, specifically HPLC and Particle Size Analysis (PSA via Malvern or Sympatec).Quality Systems: Familiarity with deviation management, OOS investigations, CAPA, and change control procedures.IT Systems: Basic working knowledge of Trackwise, ComplianceWire, Minitab, Oracle, Word, and Excel.Interpersonal Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide clear shift hand-overs and regular updates to line management.Flexibility: Full readiness and capability to work in a 3-shift rotating pattern (including early, late, and night shifts).