QC Analyst - Analytical

About the role

We are seeking a motivated QC Analyst – Analytical to join a leading UK manufacturing business near Preston. Working within the Quality team, you will ensure bulk liquids and finished products meet the highest quality standards through rigorous analytical testing.

Key responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing of bulk liquids and finished products according to approved methods and specifications.
• Interpret, review and accurately report analytical results.
• Release bulk products for manufacture and filling after successful QC testing.
• Investigate out‑of‑specification results and communicate findings to Technical and Manufacturing teams.
• Carry out routine calibration, maintenance and validation of laboratory equipment.
• Prepare and standardise laboratory reagents in line with pharmacopoeial requirements.
• Maintain laboratory standards, retained samples and documentation to meet GLP and GMP requirements.
• Support the development and review of laboratory procedures and assist in training other analysts.

Required profile

• HNC in Chemistry with 2‑3 years’ industrial laboratory experience, or a Chemistry degree with at least 1‑2 years’ commercial laboratory experience.
• Experience working in a QC or analytical laboratory, preferably within a GLP/GMP regulated environment.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator able to work across Quality, Technical and Manufacturing teams.

Required skills

• Auto Titrator operation
• Moisture Analyzer operation
• UV spectroscopy
• IR spectroscopy
• Fluorimeter operation
• Gas Chromatography (GC)
• High‑Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

What we offer

• Competitive salary plus shift allowance
• Rotating shift pattern (6:00 am‑2:00 pm / 2:00 pm‑10:00 pm, Monday‑Friday)
• Excellent training and career development opportunities
• Modern Quality Control laboratory with a broad range of analytical techniques