QC Analyst- Kinsale

Company Description

SGS International Services Laboratory (ISL) based in Ringaskiddy, Cork are part of the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company SGS Group. We deliver solutions to a wide range of industry sectors in Ireland. Enjoy a truly rewarding career in a global, multicultural organisation with a proud heritage that has been making the world a better, safer place for over 140 years.

As part of the services we offer to our customers, we place SGS QC analysts and technical support personnel at client sites, to meet their staffing needs (Scientific In-sourcing). This is with the support and guidance of ISL technical and operational staff. As applies to all SGS personnel, the focus is to maintain high technical and GMP standards, to ensure the safety of the medicine for the millions of patients who take the products we test.

We now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced QC Analyst to join our growing Scientific In-sourcing team. The purpose of this role is testing of pharmaceutical substances e.g. raw materials and drug substances in a GMP environment in accordance with clients' procedures and quality systems. Main focus will be Gas Chromatography analysis, along with a range of other analytical techniques as required.

Job Description

Main Purpose of Role

Testing of pharmaceutical substances e.g. raw materials and drug substances in a GMP environment in accordance with clients' procedures and quality systems. Main focus will be Gas Chromatography analysis, along with a range of other analytical techniques as required.

Key Accountabilities

• Receive training from SGS and client and get trained in relevant analytical techniques.
• Train other analysts where appropriately qualified
• Carry out testing in accordance to the valid testing procedures and regulatory requirements
• Ensure that laboratory equipment is well maintained, and calibrations are carried out at the designated frequencies
• Manage inventory and status of materials required for analysis
• When qualified to do so, verify and review results generated by other analysts for compliance with requirements
• Ensure correct data entry to LIMS
• Assessment of testing results generated in the laboratory and close out of batch analysis
• Ensure that all target dates are met. Update visibility tools and communicate status of testing at meetings
• Maintain laboratories to a high housekeeping standard
• Ensure high standard of lab records, with work completed Right First Time and on time
• Write and maintain necessary documentation (SOPs, methods, reports etc)
• Work as part of the team ensuring customer expectations are met and exceeded. Support achievement of client and SGS Key Performance Indicators, such as around investigations, training, productivity and on-time testing
• Notify appropriate contact and document results and investigations for any atypical or aberrant results
• Lead Laboratory investigations and deviations if required
• Maintenance of a safe working environment, in a state of audit readiness
• Identification and implementation of safety, environmental, quality and service improvements
• Work with their leader to ensure self-development and progression

Qualifications

• Science Degree in Chemistry or equivalent science education
• 2 years experience in a GMP laboratory. 
• Data Integrity and sound knowledge of analytical technologies (HPLC, GC,  KF, IR, PSD, Xray, Wet chemistry)
• Team player, flexible to evolving needs with a strong customer service mentality
• Excellent quality and safety standards
• Aptitude in lab computer systems, including LIMS and Trackwise

Additional Information

• Integrity
• Strong analytical ability and associated problem solving
• Excellent communication skills both verbal & written
• Good time management & attention to detail
• Results and performance driven
• Compliance with SGS policies and procedures
• Compliance with SGS and client  policies and procedures

​​​​​Along with an attractive compensation and benefits package including bonus, healthcare, pension and enhanced annual leave, We offer you:

• A friendly, supportive, approachable working environment with a down-to-earth culture
• Continuous learning with the chance to expand and enrich your career with our dedicated training team
• Career development opportunities across SGS

SGS is an equal opportunities employer.