Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.) Job Description Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $25 billion. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies, or growing efficiency in their laboratories, we are here to support them. Our distributed team of more than 75,000 colleagues delivers an outstanding combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, and Patheon. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com. About the Role: We are seeking a hardworking Analytical Chemist to join our collaborative Quality Control (QC) team in Heysham. In this role, you will analyse raw materials and other samples using validated analytical techniques, assist in investigating quality issues, and sample incoming raw materials according to our procedures. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for someone with meaningful work experience who is eager to learn and grow. Key Responsibilities: - To carry out practical operations duties within QC, remaining aligned with company processes, policies and systems (e.g. Site Security, EMS, QMS, JDE). - Being responsible for productivity within their department and recording departmental metrics through the correct reporting streams, ensuring the PCB and Tier boards are updated (daily, weekly, monthly), reporting departmental weekly updates at the Bridge meetings as required. Ensuring any departmental issues are raised to Area Team Leader. - To support the EHS manager with investigations, training and implementation of new safety processes/procedures and practices. - To review SOP's and ensure they match working practices, providing support to colleagues to ensure SOPs are accurately followed and when questions arise. - Perform EHS, Quality and 5S audits across all areas of the site, finding opportunities for improvement. - To be a champion of PPI across the whole site. - To lead by example in all areas of Safety, Quality and PPI and represent the 4i Values. - To deputize for the Team Leader as required. - Analyse materials using validated analytical techniques with high accuracy and precision. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all work and observations as per the quality system. - Update the Laboratory Data Management System to ensure timely release of quarantined materials - Handle chemicals safely and report any unsafe procedures, practices, or incidents. Who We Are Looking For: - Experience with analytical instrumentation. - Strong attention to detail and precision. - Ability to make sound decisions. - Excellent multitasking skills. - Eagerness to learn and acquire new knowledge. Minimum Requirements - University degree in Chemistry (or some related field) is a must - QC experience is a must - Experience in working under EHS regulations - Experience in handling chemicals safely and reporting any unsafe procedures, practices, or incidents. - Experience of working in a laboratory environment Join us and contribute to our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Apply now to become a part of our dedicated team at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.