QC Shift Analyst Major Talent are partnered with a global player within the flavours and ingredients space, and we are looking to recruit an experienced QC Shift Analyst based at their site in County Durham. Experience within flavours and/or fragrances is advantageous. What is important is your passion and hunger for a rewarding career. As a QC Shift Analyst you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and safe analysis of relevant samples according to prescribed test methods. Shift Pattern is 4 on 4 off, 2 x 12 hours day shift (6am-6pm) & 2 x 12 hours night shift (6pm6am). Shift allowance for this is included Responsibilities of a QC Shift Analyst To have read and understood the company safety policy and ensure the safe operation of the plant and designated areas to comply with the objectives of the policy. To have read and understood the company food safety procedures and ensure they comply with the objectives of the policy. Analysis of raw materials, traded products, manufactured products, in-process samples and recheck samples, and recording of tests results on appropriate databases Calibrate and standardise all equipment and chemicals in line with Quality Systems Environmental analysis of gaseous and liquid emissions Advise plant personnel of product non-conformance and corrective / preventative actions Ensure a safe working environment is maintained Maintain and improve housekeeping standards within the lab Skills Required to be a QC Shift Analyst Laboratory based analytical experience Experience of GLC, GCMS, titrations and other wet chemistry analysis is essential Good laboratory practice Proven ability to build good working relationships both internally and externally Capable of working under own initiative and as part of a team. What's in it for you? Salary Circa £28,000 plus £7,200 shift allowance Company Bonus If you are interested, please click apply now and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch. Major Recruitment are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straight forward. INDBD