A leading chemical manufacturer specialising in advanced materials and catalyst technologies is looking to recruit a Quality Control Technician to join a growing and developing team in Warrington area. This is an excellent opportunity for a laboratory professional with strong analytical and quality control experience to join a highly regulated, technically advanced manufacturing environment offering long-term career development and excellent benefits. About the Company The company is a well-established manufacturer of advanced chemical materials and catalyst products, supplying critical technologies to a range of global industries. The business offers a stable and supportive working environment, ongoing investment in people and technology, and genuine opportunities for progression within a growing manufacturing organisation. Salary and Benefits Competitive Salary Up To £45,500 Company Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance Generous Holiday Allowance Career Progression And Development Opportunities Free Onsite Parking Structured Shift Rotation PatternThe Role of the Quality Control Technician The Quality Control Technician will provide a high-quality analytical service to support HSES, process control, product quality control and R&D activities across the manufacturing operation. Working within the laboratory team, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring product quality, laboratory compliance and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities of the Quality Control Technician: Perform quality control analyses using established analytical methods to ensure products and processes remain within specification limits Carry out and report approximately (phone number removed) analyses annually across more than 100 products Operate, calibrate, maintain, and optimise a wide range of laboratory instrumentation Troubleshoot routine instrument issues and liaise with equipment manufacturers where necessary Validate analytical data and investigate anomalies to ensure accurate and robust reporting Construct and maintain analytical control charts Maintain laboratory documentation, logbooks, and analytical records to required standards Ensure laboratory safety standards and housekeeping requirements are consistently maintained Support compliance with internal level 1 and level 2 audit requirements Work flexibly across multiple laboratory activities to support operational priorities and team cover requirementsSkills & Experience Required of the Quality Control Technician Previous experience working within a chemical manufacturing or laboratory environment Strong analytical laboratory skills and experience using a range of analytical instrumentation Chemistry qualifications (HNC/HND, Degree or equivalent desirable) Good communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information clearly Experience working within a regulated manufacturing environment Knowledge or experience of cGMP standards would be advantageous Ability to work independently and manage changing priorities Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standardsHow to Apply To apply for the role of Quality Control Technician, please submit your CV direct for review