At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct quality inspections and compliance checks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Company: Leading manufacturer of cosmetic and skincare products with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, full training, and immediate start.
- Other info: Join a small, dynamic team with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in quality operations and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in QC/QA or a degree in a scientific discipline preferred.
The predicted salary is between 26825 - 26825 £ per year.
12 Month Temporary Contract
Southampton
Salary: £26,825 per annum
Are you looking for hands‑on quality experience within a fast‑paced, GMP‑regulated environment? Our client, a leading manufacturer of cosmetic and skincare products, is looking for a Quality Operations Technician to join their site on a 12-month temporary contract. This is a great opportunity for someone who can start immediately and wants to build experience in quality within a supportive, hands‑on team.
You’ll join a small team of three, working closely with Operations to support inspection, compliance and sampling activity across the site as incoming component volumes ramp up.
What you’ll be doing:
- Carrying out quality control inspections, audits and compliance checks on incoming components and manufacturing floor operations
- Evaluating components and third‑party products against specification
- Conducting daily GMP compliance checks across the plant
- Supporting Operations with basic in‑process tests such as weight checks, torque tests, viscosity and pH testing
- Escalating and reporting any out‑of‑spec products or processes to management
- Supporting deviation handling, troubleshooting and CAPA effectiveness checks
- Providing on‑the‑job guidance to Operations on quality and operational procedures
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in a QC or QA role within a manufacturing environment, OR a degree in scientific discipline, ideally with an understanding of GMP principles
- Comfortable using standard inspection equipment such as scales, torque testers or pH meters (desirable, not essential for graduates)
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to inspection and documentation
- Good communication skills and confident working as part of a team
- Basic computer literacy
- Available to start immediately
Why this role is worth applying for:
- Immediate start, with full training provided
- Genuine hands‑on GMP and quality experience within a well‑established manufacturing company
- Working hours: Monday to Friday, 7am to 3pm
- 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory holidays
- A supportive team environment, joining two other Quality colleagues on site
Quality Operations Technician in Southampton employer: Royal Society of Chemistry
As a Quality Assurance Administrator at our esteemed pharmaceutical company in Birmingham, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to producing bespoke medicines that make a difference. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that values employee growth and development, offering comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities. With a competitive salary and a commitment to compliance with the highest industry standards, we provide a rewarding environment for those seeking meaningful employment in the pharmaceutical sector.
Contact Details:
Royal Society of Chemistry Recruitment Team
