At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure product quality and compliance with regulations in a dynamic automotive environment.
- Company: Join a rapidly growing organisation focused on quality and safety.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, 20 holidays, and a chance to build a professional lab.
- Other info: Collaborate with international colleagues and enjoy flexible working hours.
- Why this job: Be a key player in quality control and regulatory compliance while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in Chemistry or related field and 2 years of experience as a chemical analyst.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
Experience as a chemical analyst in a production environment. At least 2 years of experience. Industry - Automotive. Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related scientific or technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
Are you a chemist with a strong focus on quality, safety, and legislation? Then this is your job! In this role, you will be a key player in a rapidly growing organization. You will be part of a major professionalization process and find it challenging and energizing to play an important role in it. You have a solid foundation of experience in quality control and are eager to further develop your skills in the field of regulatory affairs (GB CLP, ADR requirements & UK REACH), if not already present.
You will:
- Coordinate and conduct quality control by analysing the raw materials, mixtures and products against approved specifications, so that the quality of the (end) products is guaranteed;
- Investigate deviations and out-of-specification results, determine and coordinate the necessary production adjustments or rework, and verify compliance with specifications before product release;
- Prepare the required QC specifications, test methods and documentation for the introduction of new or modified products into production;
- Review product classifications, labels and safety data sheets, and monitor relevant regulatory changes to ensure compliance with GB CLP, UK REACH and other applicable chemical legislation;
- Ensure that Kemetyl UK complies with ADR requirements for handling and the transportation of dangerous goods, as implemented through the UK Carriage of Dangerous Goods (CDG) Regulations;
- Create, implement and maintain controlled laboratory documentation in line with ISO 9001 requirements, including SOPs, calibration and verification procedures, test methods and test records;
- Prepare, generate and maintain safety data sheets, ensuring consistency with the approved formulation, product classification and applicable GB CLP and UK REACH requirements;
- Monitor and manage applicable UK REACH obligations, including import and registration requirements, restrictions, authorisations and supplier documentation.
Required education and experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related scientific or technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience;
- At least 2 years working experience as a chemical analyst in a production environment;
- Good understanding of chemical raw materials, production processes and their impact on finished-product quality;
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office;
- Good command of the English language.
If not yet present, willingness to be trained in:
- GB CLP, UK REACH and other applicable UK chemical legislation relating to consumer products;
- Carriage rules of dangerous goods by road (DGSA/ADR), including obtaining a valid certification of DGSA (valid for 5 years).
We offer:
- An inspiring environment with the possibility to build a professional lab environment from scratch;
- Work closely with experienced international colleagues based in Spain, The Netherlands, Sweden, Belgium, Poland and/or Türkiye;
- A market conform salary, based on your level of experience;
- Pension arrangement;
- 20 holidays;
- It is a fulltime job, working parttime is possible (minimum 30-32 hours per week and presence each day in the factory).
Quality Control & Regulatory Compliance Officer (30-40h / 5d / wk) employer: Kemetyl Group
Join Kemetyl UK as a Quality Control & Regulatory Compliance Officer and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in the automotive industry. With a focus on professional growth, you will have the opportunity to build a state-of-the-art laboratory environment while collaborating with experienced colleagues from across Europe. Enjoy a competitive salary, pension benefits, and a supportive work culture that values your contributions and encourages continuous learning in regulatory compliance.
