Laboratory Analyst - REQUIRES GMP EXPERIENCE
Royston
Contract - 6 months
20ph - PAYE
This is a temporary role as a Laboratory Analyst. You will work as part of the Analytical, Calibration, Metallographic, and benchtop chemistry teams. The department duties can vary and offer scope for further multi-skilling and development, which primarily includes:
1. Preparation of samples for analysis in solid or liquid form using an ICP.
2. Preparing and testing material for hardness and viewing its surface/grain structure using various types of microscopes (i.e., inverted microscope and SEM).
3. Using benchtop chemistry techniques to quantify elements in various material forms and chemically treating alloys of impurities.
4. Conducting analysis and testing from a Quality perspective to ensure products meet specifications in terms of content and impurities prior to dispatching to customers and production.
5. Preparation and calibration for temperature measurement products for both samples and finished products.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure all regulations EHS and security are strictly observed.
* Prepare samples for analysis submitted by approved procedures with due regard to required accuracy, precision, and delivery times.
* Prepare standard stock solutions and calibration standards as required.
* Ensure Volumetric Flasks of completed Test samples are disposed of appropriately and consumables stocked to minimum levels.
* Carry out routine analysis/tests on samples.
* Prepare samples for ICP-OES analysis by approved procedures with due regard to required accuracy, precision, and delivery times.
* Run samples on ICP-OESs with varying ablation techniques.
* Analyse material using XRF microfocus.
* Ensure work is performed at minimum cost by making efficient use of time, equipment, and materials.
* Maintain the integrity of the samples and process.
* Perform regular checks on equipment and ensure they are tested before due dates expire.
* Support production by ensuring wash/acid tank levels are filled and at the correct concentration.
* Support production with calibrating furnaces throughout the factory.
* Pickle material in the required acid solution to remove impurities.
* Attend approved training courses as requested.
* Maintain housekeeping within the laboratory.
Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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