Victoria Walkerat CK Science is currently recruiting for a Quality Assurance and Development Shift Manager to join a specialty chemical manufacturer based in the West Midlands. The company specialise in chemicals which have applications in a variety of markets, including electronics, automotive, flavours/ fragrances and more.
Responsibilities:
The main roles and responsibilities of this QA & Development Shift Manager will be to manage the provision of analysis of works products and day to day running of the laboratory. This is a key role in the site emergency procedure and responsible for ensuring health, safety and environmental compliance, you will supervise and co-ordinate work within the shift section. Other responsibilities are as follows:
Provision of certification for site products and the authorisation of certificates will be your responsibility, as well as development of methods and maintaining existing ones.
You will also be responsible for department safety standards, carrying out and maintaining department risk assessments and maintaining department instrumentation.
You will ensure that the QAD Shift Chemists are organized and will have customer contact regarding queries and complaints, certificates of analysis for site products
Deal with regulatory bodies amongst other external and internal contacts.
Qualifications and skills:
In order to be considered for this QA & Development Shift Manager role you will have a minimum qualification of a degree in chemistry (or equivalent) which is an essential requirement for this position. Skills which are requi5red for this position are as follows:
Excellent communication and management skills are required.
The successful candidate needs to be able to motivate and develop individuals to meet the shift requirements through clear communication and direction.
The incumbent needs to be able to react calmly to emergency situations and be capable of making decisions under pressure.
A sound technical knowledge is required along with an in-depth knowledge of process operations and practical problem solving skills.
Shift work experience along with IOSH or experience with laboratory health and safety is desirable
Knowledge of Site Products, Process Plants and Raw Materials. Previous analytical experience involving phosphorus based chemicals would be a distinct advantage as well as use of wet chemistry (volumetric/ gravimetric) and instrumentation (titroprocessors, UV Visible spectrophotometer, atomic fluorescence, atomic absorbance, NMR, GC).
The job:
Please note that this QA & Development Shift Manager role involves working 12 hour day and night shifts on a 5 shift rota which covers the site 24 hours per day, 365 days per annum. This also includes providing cover in the event of absence of other members of the team. The selected candidate will be able to get to work in all weathers the site cannot operate without a QADSM. A reasonable degree of physical fitness is required in order to climb gantries etc.
How to apply:
For more information or to apply for this QA & Development Shift Manager role please contact Victoria Walker on 0114 2839956 or email vwalker@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference SH23694 in all correspondence.
Hannah Milward is currently seeking to recruit a Process Improvement Manager to join a major healthcare organisation.
The job:
As a Process Improvement Manager you will provide focus on the development of new and existing processes. By building quality in to the process design, the products will be produced in the most efficient way and meet the customer and regulatory needs.
Responsibilities:
As a Process Improvement Manager you will be responsible for leading the Process Improvement Team to provide an efficient service to optimise manufacturing and cleaning processes using a quality by design approach whilst ensuring the validation activities meet Regulatory and Customer requirements.
The job holder will need to provide an effective New Product Introduction service for Clinical Trial clients to ensure new products are introduced successfully and that the processes are developed and validated to ensure the required levels of product quality and regulatory compliance are met. You will also need to deliver a comprehensive process, equipment and cleaning validation programme in accordance with cGMP and Customer requirements.
Qualifications and skills:
To be considered for this Process Improvement Manager position you will have:
Previous experience in the development or manufacture of healthcare products with a proven track record of new product introduction which is critical to this role.
In depth knowledge of cGMP, multiple dosage forms with an emphasis on sterile products and an awareness of Unlicensed and Licensed Legislation are key to your success in this role.
Previous leadership and management skills would be an advantage.
You will also enjoy working cross functionally in a fast paced environment with teams of diverse people, have a can do attitude with the capability to plan and see the bigger picture, excellent Leadership and Customer Service skills and the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels across the business.
How to apply:
For more information or to apply for this role please contact Hannah Milward on 0114 283 9956 or email hmilward@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference SH23326 in all correspondence.
Hannah Milward is currently seeking to recruit a Process Improvement Manager to join a major healthcare organisation in the East Midlands.
Responsibilities:
As Process Improvement Manager you will provide focus on the development of new and existing processes. By building quality in to the process design, the products will be produced in the most efficient way and meet the customer and regulatory needs.
You will be responsible for leading the Process Improvement Team to provide an efficient service to optimise manufacturing and cleaning processes using a Quality by Design approach whilst ensuring the validation activities meet Regulatory and Customer requirements.
The job holder will need to provide an effective New Product Introduction service for Clinical Trial clients to ensure new products are introduced successfully and that the processes are developed and validated to ensure the required levels of product quality and regulatory compliance are met. You will also need to deliver a comprehensive process, equipment and cleaning validation programme in accordance with cGMP and Customer requirements.
Qualifications & skills required:
To be considered for this Process Improvement Manager position you will have previous experience in the development or manufacture of healthcare products with a proven track record of new product introduction is critical to this role. In depth knowledge of cGMP, multiple dosage forms with an emphasis on sterile products and an awareness of Unlicensed and Licensed Legislation are key to your success in this role and previous leadership and management skills would be an advantage.
You will enjoy working cross functionally in a fast paced environment with teams of diverse people, have a can do attitude with the capability to plan and see the bigger picture, excellent Leadership and Customer Service skills and the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels across the business.
How to apply:
For more information or to apply for this Process Improvement Manager role please contact Hannah Milward on 0114 2839956 or email hmilward@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference SH23326 in all correspondence.
Hannah Milward at CK Science presents this week’s Job of the Week, a Process Improvement Manager role in the East Midlands. To find out more, please watch Hannah’s short video and read the job description below:
Process Improvement Manager: Job Description
Our client, a major Healthcare organisation is currently recruiting for a Process Improvement Manager to join their team based in the East Midlands.
As Process Improvement Manager you will provide focus on the development of new and existing processes. By building quality in to the process design our products will be produced in the most efficient way and meet the customer and regulatory needs.
You will also be responsible for leading the Process Improvement Team to provide an efficient service to optimise manufacturing and cleaning processes using a Quality By Design approach whilst ensuring the validation activities meet Regulatory and Customer requirements.
As Process Improvement Manager, you will need to provide an effective New Product Introduction service for Clinical Trial clients to ensure new products are introduced successfully and that the processes are developed and validated to ensure the required levels of product quality and regulatory compliance are met. You will also need to deliver a comprehensive process, equipment and cleaning validation programme in accordance with cGMP and Customer requirements.
The ideal candidate:
To be considered for this Process Improvement Manager role, you will have previous experience in the development or manufacture of healthcare products with a proven track record of new product introduction is critical to this role. In depth knowledge of cGMP, multiple dosage forms with an emphasis on sterile products and an awareness of Unlicensed and Licensed Legislation are key to your success in this role and previous leadership and management skills would be an advantage.
As Process Improvement Manager, you will enjoy working cross functionally in a fast paced environment with teams of diverse people, have a can do attitude with the capability to plan and see the bigger picture, excellent Leadership and Customer Service skills and the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels across the business.
How to apply:
For more information or to apply for this Process Improvement Manager position, please contact Hannah Milward on +44 (0) 114 283 9956 or email hmilward@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference SH23326 in all correspondence.
Victoria Walker is currently looking to recruit a Technical Administrator to join a manufacturer of colours and additives for the polymers and plastics industry, to join their technical department in the North West.
Responsibilities:
The main roles and responsibilities of this Technical Administrator role will be to assist the technical department with the efficient procurement of raw materials and successful product formulation and analysis in order to maintain and grow sales whilst supporting the transition to Operational processes. Specifically the department is responsible for:
Maintaining and improving the output of the Formulations function
Minimising the impact of New Product Introduction on Operations processes
Providing a quality analytical service to support sales functions
Reformulating projects which are supportive of Operational processes
Procurement of raw materials
All quality functions
Testing raw materials
Investigation of customer complaints.
Purpose of role:
The main purpose of this Technical Administrator role is managing and interpreting Non Conformance Report (NCR) data in order to produce concise and professional reports which will be communicated directly to customers and relevant parties involved:
Producing and distributing timely, concise and accurate NCR reports to all relevant parties;
Management of NCR data in Oracle and Excel databases
Raw material regulatory data management
Collating NCR data from relevant sources and interpreting and summarising this data for technical reports
Presenting NCR findings in a concise and professional manner
Producing monthly report summaries of NCR activities, highlighting key issues and trends
Liaising with Procurement Team and directly with suppliers to ensure raw material regulatory information is accurate and validated
Managing raw material regulatory system to ensure compliance with Global policy
Support Technical and Operations Teams with any project work as required
Work together with Operations supporting them regarding MSDS documents and risk assessments.
Qualification & Skills:
In order to be considered for this Technical Administrator position you will be degree qualified or equivalent in an appropriate, literary subject. The following skills are needed for this role:
You will have exquisite report writing skills and will be able to use word processing and spread sheet programmes with ease, as well as being able to interpret data so that it is commercially presentable.
This role will be approximately 80% desk based and strong IT skills are required.
Experience of technical report writing is essential for this position, as is experience in data interpretation and analysis.
Knowledge and understanding of global regulatory chemical information would be a strong advantage.
You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with at all levels of the organisation.
Knowledge of plastics legislation and the plastics industry would be advantageous.
Any knowledge of Six Sigma methodology would be beneficial.
How to apply:
For more information or to apply for this role Technical Administrator role please contact Victoria Walker on 0114 2839956 or email vwalker@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference SH22994 in all correspondence.
The online chemistry careers fair run by the Royal Society of Chemistry, ChemCareers, kicked off today and CK Science are exhibiting!
So, if you are looking for a new position in Chemistry, we would highly recommend that you register for this free event. By registering you will have the opportunity to:
Discover the huge range of career opportunities available to chemical scientists
Learn how to market yourself to employers in job applications and interviews
Seek expert advice on career planning and making your next career move
Investigate further study options
Network with scientists around the globe
By visiting the CK Science profile at ChemCareers you will be able to find out more about us and how we can help you find your perfect job in Chemistry. Our current Chemistry jobs include:
Andrew Bolton at CK Science is presenting this week’s candidate of the week, a recently graduated Chemist with a Placement Year. To find out more, watch Andrew’s short video and read the description below.
Chemistry Graduate with Placement Year
Ref: 115822
Location: Happy to relocate anywhere
Salary: £16,000 – £22,000
During their course, this Chemistry Graduate gained a scope of theoretical chemistry knowledge, along with practical laboratory experience.
During his Placement Year, this candidate furthered his practical skills by working with a Polymer Manufacturer. Within this role he was involved in areas such as running development studies and carrying out testing using physical and chemical methods as well as completing reports and documentations.
This excellent candidate is now very keen to break into industry and is flexible on salary and is immediately available to interview and start.
To find out more, please contact Andrew Bolton at CK Science on 01438 723 500 or email abolton@ckscience.co.uk.
Victoria Walker is currently looking to recruit a Senior R&D/Research Chemist to join a manufacturer of adhesives and related products based in the West Midlands.
Responsibilities:
The main roles and responsibilities of this Senior R&D/Research Chemist will be to develop innovative products for a range of applications. You will be responsible for managing your own workload as well as assisting with project management, and you will help with taking the development of new products from concept through to launch. Specialising primarily in polyurethane and epoxy synthesis and development, you will lead the subdivision and will mentor a junior member of staff. Alternatively, with a water-based or research-focused background, you will investigate and innovate new areas of development for the department.
Qualifications:
To be considered for this Senior R&D/Research Chemist role you will ideally be educated to degree level or equivalent in Chemistry or a related discipline, with experience gained within industry in formulating adhesive, polyurethane, epoxy or water-based products. This will preferably have been gained in the adhesives, sealants or coatings industries. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate experience of assisting with projects. The post will suit a motivated self starter who can work with the minimum of supervision when required while also being able to assist in supporting a team.
How to apply:
For more information or to apply for this Senior R&D/Research Chemist role please contact Victoria Walker on 0114 2839956 or vwalker@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference SH22841 in all correspondence.
Hannah Milward is currently looking for a Plant Manager to join a agrochemical company in Telford in the West Midlands.
Responsibilities:
The role of Plant Manager is the most senior position on the Telford site and holds managerial status and responsibilities. As such the job holder is responsible for all of the activities carried out on the site even though the actual tasks are carried out by sub-ordinate staff. The job holder reports to the Managing Director who is based at head office. Responsibilities of the role are as follows:
Leading and Managing a staff of 30
Ensuring pesticide manufacture is carried out safely and efficiently
Ensuring that a management process is in place to produce quality products
Ensure that the operations are carried out efficiently with attention to maximising output and reducing costs
Planning the work schedule for the staff
Keeping senior management informed of project/order progress
Providing information for head office staff e.g. Export Manager for packing lists
Ensuring that stock is kept in a well organised fashion and stock control records are kept up to date
Ensuring manufacturing assets are maintained and delivering optimum performance.
Responsible for allocating overtime on an as needed basis up to a maximum of £2000 pcm unless otherwise advised by the Marketing Director.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this Plant Manager role will have:
Degree or equivalent in chemistry or a relevant discipline
Excellence in management and motivation
Previous track record of success in improving operations efficiency
Experience in pesticide manufacture/formulation is desirable
Natural leader
Project and logistics management expertise
Benefits:
The benefits of this Plant Manager role are:
Salary of circa £30K depending on experience plus a productivity bonus up to £5K pa
20 days annual leave
Pension contribution by company after 1 years service
How to apply:
For more information or to apply for this Plant Manager role please contact Hannah Milward on 0114 2839956 or email hmilward@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference SH22416 in all correspondence.
Jonathan DiVincenzo, head of life sciences at EMD, has said that the deal improves the company’s flow cytometry range and will create “tremendous value for our customers’ research outcomes.” Amnis’ products are used in flow cytometry applications across various fields including biotech and pharmaceutical cell analysis.
DiVincenzo went on to add that “with this acquisition, EMD Millipore becomes the only provider of this technology.” David Basiji, Amnis chief executive, believes becoming park of Merck will “accelerate product development”for his company. The deal is expected to go through in the final quarter of this year.
