Senior QA Chemist (Quality Assurance Specialist)

Senior Quality Systems Specialist | Senior QA Chemist

What you'll be doing

As Senior QA Chemist, you will provide practical quality assurance support and guidance across the site, helping to ensure that materials, products, processes and services consistently meet applicable quality and compliance requirements.  You will work closely with colleagues across the business, using your judgement and technical expertise to identify risk, resolve quality issues and promote a strong, positive quality culture.

You will manage a varied workload in a highly regulated, yet collaborative manufacturing environment, balancing planned quality-system activities with emerging operational priorities.  You will be expected to take ownership of assigned activities, communicate quality risks clearly, and support colleagues in implementing effective, pragmatic and sustainable solutions.

Key responsibilities include (but may not be limited to):

·         Supporting and maintaining site compliance with BS EN ISO 22716 Cosmetics GMP, the site Quality Management System and relevant Company standards

·         Reviewing executed batch manufacturing records and associated documentation to support the timely release of products

·         Completing QA disposition and release activities for raw materials, intermediates and finished products, in accordance with approved procedures and delegated authority

·         Reviewing and approving master batch records, specifications and other controlled quality documentation

·         Drafting, reviewing, approving and maintaining Controlled documents (SOPs, policies, work instructions, forms, specifications, quality records, etc) ensuring they remain accurate, effective and up to date

·         Taking ownership of elements of the Quality Management System (including training and system maintenance), and helping to ensure that processes are consistently followed and effectively maintained, for example:

o   Leading or supporting investigations into deviations, non-conformances, customer complaints and other quality events;

o   Coordinating CAPA’s, including root-cause analysis, action follow-up and effectiveness checks;

o   Managing change-control activities and ensuring that proposed changes are appropriately assessed, documented, approved and implemented;

o   Development to site SME for QMS systems and acting as a trusted point of contact for colleagues across the site

·         Extensive involvement in all audit processes, including:

o   Planning and conducting internal audits

o   Supporting the supplier audit programme

o   Supporting customer, certification and other external audits

·         Managing and maintaining Quality Assurance Agreements with customers, suppliers and other relevant third parties

·         Monitoring Quality KPIs and identifying recurring issues, emerging risks and opportunities for improvement

·         Providing quality-system (and related) guidance and training to colleagues and helping to build understanding of individual quality responsibilities

·         Preparing and presenting quality reports, metrics and trend analyses for site and Group stakeholders, providing clear insight into quality performance, compliance risks, CAPA progress and improvement priorities.

·         Working collaboratively with SHE, HR, Production, Process Research and Development, Engineering, and other functions, to embed quality into day-to-day operations and new or changing processes

·         Supporting or leading Quality related and appropriate Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) initiatives, applying sound chemical and process-safety awareness when reviewing quality issues and operational changes

What we're looking for

We are looking for an experienced Quality Assurance professional who combines sound scientific understanding with practical experience of quality systems in a manufacturing or similarly regulated environment.

You will ideally bring:

Essential experience and knowledge

·         Approximately five years’ relevant Quality Assurance experience, preferably gained within chemical manufacturing, cosmetics, pharmaceutical starting materials, speciality chemicals or another regulated manufacturing environment, including experience of:

o   deviations, non-conformances, change control, complaints, root-cause investigations, CAPA, audits, document control (review and production), batch records, quality records and reporting,

·         A degree, HNC, HND or equivalent higher-level qualification in chemistry, pharmaceutical science or another relevant scientific discipline, or comparable knowledge gained through substantial industry experience

·         Experience of planning for and supporting internal, external, customer or supplier audits, and following resulting actions through to completion (at minimum, must have Internal audit experience, external audit experience is preferable)

·         Strong practical experience of working within and maintaining a Quality Management System

·         The ability to assess quality and compliance risks, make sound evidence-based decisions and escalate significant concerns appropriately

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to explain Quality requirements clearly and constructively to colleagues at different levels and across different functions

·         Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management, with the ability to manage competing priorities without compromising quality

·         A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently while contributing positively to the wider team

·         A practical awareness of chemical and process safety within a chemical manufacturing environment

·         Experience of supporting or leading Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) improvement activities

·         A genuine commitment to continuous improvement and to building a culture in which quality is understood as everyone’s responsibility

Desirable experience and qualifications

·         Working knowledge of BS EN ISO 22716 Cosmetics GMP, or experience of Regulated Starting Material Experience or a comparable regulated manufacturing standard

·         Experience of Lean, Six Sigma or another structured problem-solving or continuous-improvement methodology

·         A NEBOSH General Certificate, IOSH Managing Safely qualification or comparable Health and Safety training

·         Experience of mentoring colleagues or providing training on quality systems and procedures

Pharmaceutical experience is not essential. We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate strong, transferable Quality Assurance experience gained in cosmetics, chemicals or another suitably regulated manufacturing environment.

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Why CARBOGEN AMCIS?

This is an opportunity to become part of a business where quality, safety and innovation is at the heart of everything we do. You'll work alongside experienced scientists and technical specialists, gain exposure to a diverse range of projects, and play an important role in delivering a wide range of products and services that make a real difference to our customers.  You’ll have the opportunity to make a real contribution to our local site, whilst having the benefit of being part of an International organisation. 

Our Company vision is to bring science to life by providing innovative solutions in products and services, contributing to the well-being of people and the planet.

If you are committed to quality and ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

At CGAM, we recognise that our colleagues are our greatest asset.  In addition to a rewarding and varied role, you'll benefit from a comprehensive package designed to support your financial wellbeing, health, career development and work-life balance.

Our Benefits & Perks include:

6% employer contribution pension, free parking, free on site gym and other wellbeing benefits, private health and life insurance cover, free travel insurance, discounted retail vouchers, a wide range of salary sacrifice options (with Mintago), Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and access other external support options 24/7, including access to Financial Advisors and financial wellbeing tools, a broad selection of training and development opportunities, colleague recognition scheme and 'jubilee' rewards, colleague social events and CSR activities, plus a great workplace environment, a collaborative culture, and a range of other benefits. 

Our people make the difference. We're proud of our supportive culture, commitment to wellbeing, and focus on helping colleagues develop and succeed.  If you're looking for a role where your scientific expertise will be valued and your contribution recognised, apply now.