About Chemify
Chemify is revolutionising chemistry. We are creating a future where the synthesis of previously unimaginable molecules, drugs, and materials is instantly accessible.
Job Description
Chemify is looking for a Quality Advisor to support the day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of our Quality Management System. Working alongside our Health & Safety Advisors, you'll help embed strong quality practices across our laboratory, manufacturing, and operational areas, supporting compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and championing a culture of right-first-time working. Reporting to the Head of Health, Safety & Quality, you'll play a key role in audits, non-conformance management, and document control as Chemify continues to scale.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the maintenance, administration, and continuous improvement of Chemify's Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001:2015
- Plan and conduct internal audits and inspections across laboratory, manufacturing, and operational areas, reporting findings and tracking actions to closure
- Support the investigation of non-conformances, deviations, and customer complaints, helping teams identify root causes and implement effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs)
- Create, review, and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and quality records, ensuring documentation is accurate, controlled, and up to date
- Support preparation for, and participation in, external audits and certification body visits
- Work closely with Health & Safety Advisors on shared compliance priorities, coordinating on integrated risk assessments, inspections, and improvement initiatives across Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental requirements
- Deliver quality inductions and refresher training to employees and contractors, promoting awareness of quality standards, procedures, and best practice
- Collect, analyse, and report quality performance data and KPIs, highlighting trends and supporting management review
- Support supplier and vendor quality assessments, including incoming inspection processes and supplier corrective action requests
- Assist operational and laboratory teams with root cause analysis and problem-solving tools (e.g. 5 Whys, fishbone analysis)
- Maintain the document control system, ensuring version control, approvals, and archiving are managed in line with company procedure
- Support new starter onboarding by introducing quality processes, systems, and expectations
- Champion a right-first-time culture, working with production, lab, and engineering teams to identify opportunities for process and quality improvement
- Keep up to date with relevant regulatory and industry standards, escalating changes that may affect Chemify's quality obligations
Essential Qualifications
- HNC/HND or degree in a scientific, engineering, quality, or related discipline — or equivalent demonstrable experience in a quality role
Essential Experience and Knowledge
- Experience in a Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Quality Advisor role, ideally within a regulated, technical, laboratory, or manufacturing environment
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and quality management system principles
- Experience conducting or supporting internal audits and inspections
- Experience supporting non-conformance, CAPA, or root cause analysis processes
- Experience with document control systems and writing clear, effective SOPs and work instructions
- Comfortable collaborating closely with Health & Safety colleagues on shared compliance and continuous improvement priorities
- Strong attention to detail, with good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Confident communicator, able to train and influence colleagues at all levels on quality standards and expectations
- Well organised, able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or equivalent tools
Beneficial Skills
- CQI/IRCA Internal Auditor qualification, or working towards one
- Experience in a chemistry, pharmaceutical, or life sciences environment
- Experience with electronic QMS or document management software
- Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 within an integrated management system
- NEBOSH or IOSH qualification, or exposure to Health & Safety practice
- Awareness of Lean or Six Sigma continuous improvement tools
- Experience operating within a growing or scaling organisation
Please note VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Quality Advisor in Glasgow employer: Chemify
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