Quality Control Analyst - Wirral, Merseyside, United Kingdom - Unilever

Description

We are currently seeking an interim Quality Control Analyst (Scientific), to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position is based in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral - easily accessible by train and car.

This is a full-time temporary role to run for 12 months, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am – 4pm.

Compensation for this role is competitive, paying between £36,577 per annum.


MAIN JOB PURPOSE:
The quality analyst is responsible for routine quality control of raw, intermediate and finished products. The analyst also ensures that any problems or issues are communicated and resolved.

The role involves mostly independent working as part of team success and is critical to ensuring that all products that leave the factory meet consumer expectations and safety requirements.

Individuals are expected to take responsibility, be skilled, motivated and committed to delivering business objectives and the continual development of people.

Previous experience in a similar field or a science related degree is preferred, as well as good computing skills and being able to demonstrate an ability to think beyond the immediate next step is a plus.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

SafetyEnsure Company safety policy, rules and procedures are understood and followed on all operational tasks and improvementsIdentify and report health or safety hazards and dangerous situations and put appropriate control measures in placePerform risk assessments as appropriatePrepare, maintain, monitor and lead COSHH assessments (following suitable training) where requiredQualityPerform routine analysis of raw, intermediate, and finished products (chemical, microbiological and enzymatic) following established methodsGood working knowledge of QC procedures, Unilever GMP guidelines, any legal operating standards and assists in training other teams as and when requiredInitiate OOS notifications and follow up investigationsPerform routine equipment calibration and maintain control chartsStock taking and submission of orders for laboratory consumablesProvide support in hygiene laboratory with sample collection, media preparation, analysis (using established microbiology laboratory methods TVC or ATP) and release of products to marketSupport introduction of new innovations and hygiene validationsConduct audits of sourcing unit in different areas (for example CRQS, Environmental, Process, GMP)Demonstrate good knowledge and use of SAP system (QM)Customer ServiceProvide advice to Leaders and Management on resolving out of specification results in a timely manner.

Ensure timely release of product to market, interact with all levels within the Factory5SPerform regular inspections/audits for good housekeeping / 5S and ensure agreed actions are completedEnsure 5S standards are clearly defined and followed Effective MaintenanceEnsure all Laboratory equipment is maintained to the correct working standards.

Training and DevelopmentEnsure technical skills are maintained to current and future business requirements regarding product conformityEnsure full compliance with analytical training schedule where applicableGeneral

Individuals are expected to take responsibility, be skilled, motivated and committed to delivering business objectives and the continual development of people.

KEY COMPETENCIES:1.

Attitude/Effort Ambitious to hit personal targets and standards Act to remove basic blocks to progress without waiting for others to do itPersistent in overcoming obstacles to successHighly motivated and committed to their role2.

Safety and Environmental Conduct:

Actively support a safety environment, reacting quickly to safety incidentsFollows and contributes to all safety regulationsEncourages others to behave in a safe manner3.

Self Development and Others:

Rapidly absorbs new information, knowledge and applies new techniques or proceduresPursue new opportunities to develop or enhance own experience and capabilitiesSupport the development of colleagues Seek feedback from others to further development their own skills & behavior4.

Problem Solving:

Apply WCM approach to identify and eliminate root causesSees problems through to a complete solution to eliminate the problemUse technical skills to solve problemsDemonstrate an ability to think beyond the immediate next step5.

Team Working:
Participate constructively and willingly as a team player – following the team Ways of WorkingDemonstrate commitment to the team in helping it achieve its goalsAdapt own actions for the good of the team Participate constructively and willingly as a team playerProactively share best practice, ideas and insights with colleaguesKEY SKILLS The Quality Analyst role requires the following specific skills:Significant previous experience within a Quality role or a science related Degree (or equivalent)Previous experience in Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action ToolsGood computing skills