About This Role
This Analytical Scientist role is for a hands-on professional with proven technical experience in ICP-OES and ICP-MS, ready to contribute to a fast-paced, GMP-regulated Quality Control environment. The position involves performing routine and complex mineral analysis, troubleshooting instruments, and investigating atypical results, all while upholding the highest standards of quality, compliance, and data integrity.
Responsibilities
- Perform ICP and mineral analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products accurately and efficiently, ensuring all testing is completed within agreed timelines and with minimal analyst NRFT
- Ensure all testing activities are performed in accordance with GMP, GLP, EHS requirements, and Blackmores Group Quality Systems, maintaining the highest standards of data integrity and compliance
- Maintain laboratory instruments through routine calibration, verification, and preventative maintenance, and ensure all associated documentation, SOPs, work instructions, methods forms, and validation documents are current and compliant
- Participate in investigations relating to OOS results, Operational Events, CAPAs, Customer Complaints, Change Controls, Risk Assessments, and other quality and compliance-related activities, providing technical expertise and support
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve laboratory processes, systems, efficiency, and compliance while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the Quality Control function
- Work closely with QC colleagues, Team Leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders to communicate testing progress, technical issues, atypical results, risks, and priorities, ensuring effective team performance and achievement of business objectives
Requirements
- Degree qualifications in science with a background in analytical chemistry
- Prior work experience of at least two years with demonstrated knowledge in various analytical techniques and instrument troubleshooting with experience in ICP-OES and ICP-MS
- Industry exposure to pharmaceuticals with a focus on health and nutrition products
- Enjoy working in a high-pressure and fast-paced work environment within the Quality Control Laboratory where the noise level is low to medium and include wearing required PPE and manual handling work
Nice to have:
- Understanding of the Code of GMP / GLP
Benefits
- Great benefits to support your health and wellbeing, including access to free and discounted products and additional leave for your wellbeing
- Mental health support for you and your family through our Sonder assistance program
- Opportunities to support your local community through paid community leave
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