Quality Control Analyst

Role: Quality Control AnalystShifts: Willingness to travel shifts. This will be a shift-based role with a 3-week rotation:Early shift 6am - 2pm Monday-FridayLate shift 1:30pm - 10pm Monday-Thursday, 1:30pm - 7pm FridayNight shift 9pm - 7amContract: Initially a 12-month contract with strong possibility of extensionPosition Overview:We are seeking a Quality Control (QC) Analyst to join our team at the Dartford site. In this role, you will perform QC analysis to support production operations, including testing, in-process controls, and composite sample analysis. You will carry out analytical testing using defined methods and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards.Key Responsibilities:Conduct analytical testing accurately and efficiently in line with cGMP requirementsReview, approve, and report QC data for product releasePerform various tests such as particle size analysis, cleaning verification, identification testing (FTIR), method development and validation, DSC, surface area analysis, and pharmacopoeia analysesEnsure documentation is clear, accurate, and compliant with regulatory standardsPrepare test methods and analytical reports including Statements of Results, Certificates of Analysis, and Cleaning CertificatesQualifications & Skills:Training in PTA, CTA, PCA, MFA, or equivalent pharmaceutical qualificationsHands-on experience in pharmaceutical quality control and packaging material testingStrong verbal and written communication skills in EnglishHigh attention to detail and ability to work independentlyFlexibility to work across different shiftsPlanet PharmaWe 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.