qc analyst

Sekisui Diagnostics is looking for a skilled QC Analyst – Microbiologist, to join our Quality Control Team in Kent.

You: As a QC Analyst (Microbiology)

You will have responsibility for performing various scientific analyses to evaluate the quality of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods and ensure compliance with established standards. Conducts and validates various biological and chemical quality control (QC) assays.

Responsibilities:

Will perform some or all of the following:

• Act as site lead for the QC Microbiology team, and work alongside production with any investigations, etc.
• Review of monitoring data and identification of adverse trends
• Planning of Microbiology team activities
• Authoring and approval of Out of Specification investigations and Deviations
• Lead complex cross functional root cause analysis investigations
• Author and approve Change Controls
• Responsible for method transfer and method validation, as required
• Environmental monitoring of clean rooms, purified water, Pure steam, and compressed air systems
• Perform Sterility and microbiological testing of products, including identification when required to support root cause analysis activities
• Ensure microbiology laboratory chemicals and consumables are stocked to prevent delays
• Mentor and training of other staff, as required
• Deputise for local QC manager, as required
• Represent QC during external quality, regulatory and customer audits
• Drive for continuous improvement within the QC department with regards to efficiency, quality compliance and costs
• Identify requirements for the acquisition of new and replacement capital equipment, including the preparation of capital approval forms

Who we are:

At Sekisui Diagnostics, we help improve patient outcomes by doing what we've always done - focusing on innovating and developing highly accurate diagnostics tests, reagents and systems. In recent years, social and consumer needs for medical care have been diversifying in line with dramatic transformations in the global medical environment. We will continue to embrace change and challenge new frontiers so that we can create unique, high-quality products and services that will leave our customers truly satisfied. With worldwide state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and an international sales and distribution network, we are a solid partner for healthcare professionals, distributors, and manufacturers around the world. Our global capabilities allow us to meet the specific needs of our wide range of customers - and customize solutions at both a regional and product level.

Sekisui Diagnostics offers a competitive compensation and benefits package

Equal Opportunities: As an equal opportunity employer, Sekisui Diagnostics is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable country and local laws. It is also Sekisui Diagnostics policy to comply with all applicable country and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sekisui Diagnostics is pleased to consider all qualified applicants for open roles and encourages candidates to apply online. Only those candidates who are selected for further consideration or interviews will be contacted by a member of the company’s internal recruiting team.