QC Technician - Short Term Contract
2 days ago
Wrexham
Overview The QC Incoming Technician is responsible for assessing, sampling, and analysing all incoming raw materials and components to ensure they meet required quality, regulatory, and GMP standards. The role supports smooth manufacturing operations by ensuring materials are released on time, accurately documented, and compliant with internal procedures and external regulations. This position works closely with Supply Chain, Production, Quality Control, and Industrialisation teams to maintain material availability and uphold quality standards. Key Responsibilities Quality Assessment & Testing • Assess all incoming goods to ensure compliance with site procedures, industry standards, regulatory expectations, and GMP requirements., • Perform sampling and testing of raw materials and components., • Review analytical methods against current pharmacopoeial and licence requirements., • Enter and review data in LIMS and SAP., • Maintain accurate, compliant departmental documentation., • Promote “right‑first‑time” practices in all laboratory work., • Liaise with Supply Chain to ensure timely approval of incoming materials., • Escalate issues promptly and communicate non‑compliances., • Participate in internal and external audits/inspections., • Maintain an inspection‑ready work area, including regular housekeeping, GMP checks, and 5S activities., • Perform stock checks and maintain consumable inventory levels., • Suggest improvements to current processes and support implementation of new methodologies., • Identify potential issues in workflows and propose solutions., • Work safely at all times and raise any EHS concerns., • Ensure training is up to date and only perform tasks for which training has been completed. Essential • HND in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience., • Relevant experience in a GMP‑regulated environment., • Strong understanding of GLP, GMP, and regulatory expectations., • Fluent written and spoken English., • Ability to work accurately, follow SOPs, and maintain high documentation standards., • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload., • Experience working in a QC Incoming team within the pharmaceutical industry., • Familiarity with LIMS and SAP systems. Please apply on Linkedin.